The Wencor Group

Job Description

Job Title: Aircraft Component Technician

Department: Production/ATC Farmingdale NY

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Overview of Wencor Group:

ATC, a Wencor Group company, is a leading provider of differentiated and IP-driven aftermarket solutions for the commercial aerospace industry. Wencor is a leading provider of differentiated and IP-driven aftermarket solutions for the commercial aerospace industry. The Company, founded over 60 years ago, offers multiple solutions for airlines to maintain their fleet, including Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA), consumables and expendables distribution, component repair, and used serviceable material parts. Through this comprehensive set of aftermarket solutions and proprietary PMAs and Design Engineering Representative (DERs), Wencor allows its airline customers to reduce its maintenance costs and improve aircraft reliability. Wencor serves the commercial aftermarket, and thus its customer demand is tied to the installed base of aircraft and has a stable financial profile as a result. Wencor is headquartered in the Atlanta, Georgia area with additional offices in Utah, Miami, Seattle, California, Alabama, New York, Amsterdam, Singapore, Shanghai, and Istanbul.

Wencor is owned by management and Warburg Pincus, a leading private equity firm founded in 1966 and an active investor in the aerospace sector. Warburg's thesis is to continue to support Wencor's growth through organic investments in people, product, and technology, as well as through tuck-in acquisitions.

Overview of the Position:

We are an FAA repair facility that services aircraft components. We specialize in pneumatic valves, electromechanical actuators, and electrical components. No A&P license required. This is a career opportunity; if you have the technical adeptness and desire, you will be successful. We are a growing company that has been in operation for 17 years. Our customers include the largest airlines and freight companies in the world and the US military. Our workforce is growing and now is a great time to join our team.

Aerospace/aviation experience is not required. Job applicants must be mechanically inclined and have related mechanical experience or technical schooling. FAA/DOT drug testing IS REQUIRED (both pre-employment and random). Normal workdays are 6:30 AM to 3 PM daily (40 hr. work week), with overtime.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Execute aircraft and aviation maintenance within timelines established by customer, FAA and ATC quality standards.
Test and repair aircraft components in accordance with company provided data (manuals, drawings, procedures, etc.) and company provided training.
Assemble and disassemble various components of aircraft during repairs and maintenance.
Adjust, align and calibrate components using hand tools, gauges, etc.
Ensure compliance with FAA and company standards.
Maintain orderly work area that is clean and safe.
Resolve complex technical problems and troubleshoot unusual repairs.
Perform compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations.
Use, maintain and store company-provided tools and equipment in safe and proper manner.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Automotive, HVAC and/or Electrical knowledge
Ability and desire to learn the Aerospace Industry
Excellent verbal and written communication
Must work well in team environment with multiple priorities
Proficient in the use of hand tools

Education / Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred and three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; and lift up to 25 pounds.
Is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Is frequently required to talk or listen.
Works in moderate noise levels.
Travel less than 1%.

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