Aircraft Maintenance Specialist - Site Supervisor/Lead Mechanic

The role of the Aviation Maintenance team within the Department of Aviation and Emergency Management at Elizabeth City State University ( ECSU) is to provide airworthy and safe training aircraft for use in the university's FAA Part 141 flight training programs.

The role of the Aviation Maintenance team within the Department of Aviation and Emergency Management at Elizabeth City State University ( ECSU) is to provide airworthy and safe training aircraft for use in the university's FAA Part 141 flight training programs.

The role will be responsible for assisting the Director with supervision and guidance to staff with routine and preventative maintenance checks, diagnosing system failures, and advising on the appropriate repair process and complete documentation of all maintenance events to include work orders, parts inventory and management of personnel.

Position may require instances of performance of maintenance in tight and/or unusual aircraft locations. Instances of travel may be required for training and to remote aircraft locations for off-site repairs.

Knowledge and Skill - Understanding of functioning of various types of aircraft assigned. Knowledge of aviation rules during various weather conditions using IFR and VFR. Knowledge and skill in takeoff and landing procedures. Knowledge and skill in operation of all equipment in accordance with manufacturer's limitations and federal aviation guidelines. Knowledge of geography and flight-planning responsibilities. Skill in monitoring engine operation, fuel consumption, and functioning of aircraft systems during flights. Ability to apply knowledge to the development and oversight of safety programs for pilots, mechanics, and other applicable employees.

Business Management: Knowledge of appropriate business practices and procedures. Ability to manage and improve business processes and operations by ensuring continuity and integration of policies and procedures with the organization's mission and strategic plan. Ability to utilize financial, material, and human resources to achieve goals.

Communication: Ability to communicate with passengers, ground crews, air traffic controllers, pilots, and others in a professional manner as needed for safe flight operations. Ability to effectively represent the program and the agency/University on aviation matters.

Human Resources Management: Ability to recruit, select, develop, counsel, discipline, and evaluate performance of employees. Ability to retain a diverse workforce. Ability to administer and ensure compliance with human resources policies and procedures. Ability to observe and assess work. Ability to provide feedback and technical supervision. Ability to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities of employees. Ability to plan for and support employees in career development opportunities. Ability to develop and implement staffing strategies as needed.

Additional Requirements:

Technical: Thorough technical knowledge of aircraft systems. Ability to independently perform full scope of repair, inspections, modifications, and maintenance. May require the ability to develop and fabricate special tools for unusual work projects. Ability to serve as lead, resource, or supervisor to others.

Regulatory Standards: Ability to understand and follow required protocols in assigned fields of aircraft operations and ability to interpret protocols in unusual circumstances. May require the ability to act as a lead in training or overseeing other workers in following protocol.

Administrative Operations: Ability to document inspection, maintenance, and repair operations as required by established guidelines. Ability to participate in budgeting, planning, organizing work, and setting work standards for the unit.

1. Have working knowledge of FAR Part 65 and FAR Part 43
2. Must have Airframe / Powerplant Certificate with Inspection Authorization (IA).
3. Be able to maintain requirements for Inspector Authorization renewal as per FAR Part 65.93
4. Have two years of relevant experience Additional Desired Qualifications 1. Private Pilot Certificate 2. Experience maintaining general aviation aircraft operating under FAR Part 141
Have a good working knowledge of 14 CFR Part 43, 14 CFR Part 65 and aircraft inspection and maintenance requirements of 14 CFR Part 91.
Have at least one year of relevant experience maintaining general aviation aircraft operating under parts 14 CFR Part 141.

Preferred Qualifications
Private Pilot Certificate
Associates Degree in Aviation related studies.

Must possess current FAA Certification as an Airframe & Powerplant Technician.

This position is Subject to the State Human Resources Act.

If there are no applicants in the pool who meet the competency level (knowledge, skills and abilities) required for the position, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.