We are a General Aviation shop looking for an A&P with general aviation experience.  Our prefeed candidate would be looking for long term employment. We maintain a Varity of general aviation aircraft from the 1950s to brand new aircraft.  We service single engine piston aircraft up to and including light jets. Wings aviation works on a number of manufactures fixed wing aircraft. Our shop is located in Valparaiso Indiana about 50 miles from Chicago. Lake Michigan beaches are about 25-30 minutes from Valparaiso. Porter County airport has around 170 aircraft based on the field.  The airport has 3 flight schools, and an active aviation community. 

What we can offer:

• Competitive pay 
• Great working environment 
• Flexibility you can't find at a major or large company 
• Vacation pay 
• Relocation allotment 

Outline of your responsibilities as a Mechanic for Wings Aviation 

• Responsible for the Inspection / Maintenance of Aircraft/Components and the documentation of such in accordance with Wings Aviations procedures and current FAA regulations
• Applicants must know how to complete 100Hour/annual inspections including disassembly, inspection recording of discrepancies, research/ requesting parts, repairing discrepancies, servicing and reassembly.  Ability to Troubleshoot engine, electrical, and airframe components. Ability to use available reference materials.
• This position serves as a full-time Aircraft Maintenance Technician for Wings Aviation Inc.
• The Technician will be responsible for all aspects of maintaining our customers aircraft in accordance with manufacturer instructions, company policies and applicable FARs
• This includes maintenance, inspection, and repair of the companies’ special tools, and ground support equipment
• Inspect, repair, and maintain aircraft and components
• All work is inspected and documented per Service Manuals as required and approved processes
• Consult aircraft maintenance manuals, manufacturers' manuals, and approved data for specifications to determine the extent of repair or replacement of part(s)
• Proficiently troubleshoot airframe and engine issues for defects and correct any problems according to the specifications of the Maintenance Manual
• Perform Scheduled inspections on aircraft
• Maintain knowledge of project statuses on a daily basis and ensure production schedules meet delivery dates
• Complete work orders and manage jobs within available billable time
• Ability to attend required training events on airframe, engines, and equipment as necessary
• Physical activity may require entering confined spaces
• Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job

• Must have problem solving and organizational skills
• Must be able to read and understand Company and Manufacturer Manuals
• Must be able to lift and move items of 70 pounds or more on a regular basis
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to bend and/or squat repeatedly and stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to work in and around an aviation hangar, and have knowledge of airport rules, including ramp and aircraft movement areas
• A&P license
• Experience with Piston aircraft 
• Possess adequate set of aircraft mechanic's hand tools
• Prior FAR Part 91, 135, or 145 experience preferred
• Fluent in English
• Possess basic computer literacy and learn industry software applications.
• Must be within a 60 minute drive to work on a normal day.