Spirit Airlines: Technical Operations ORD

Job Description

Overview
Here at Spirit Airlines, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth!

Imagine being a Team Member in an organization introducing 100’s of new aircraft that will double our fleet while scaling the organization’s people, process, and technology infrastructure. Investing in a Rock Star like you will not only make an immediate impact on the business but help us continue building a bench of future leadership. Our Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success. 

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Be part of our Transformation Journey!

• Team-driven: Your leaders will be right beside you to mentor, share ideas, and collaborate. Peers and leaders are valuable contributors.
• The Sky is No Limit: Our constant growth means boundless career opportunities. There is no limit to how fast and how far you can grow within this organization.
• The Giving Spirit: We are committed to giving back to the communities where we live and work. 

Why Spirit?

• Competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits
• Agile career paths and accelerated career advancement
• Travel & flight benefits for you and your family

About this Job

Technicians ensure aircraft are maintained with the highest degree of safety and are ready for scheduled flights.

Responsibilities

• Perform day to day planned and unplanned Aircraft Maintenance on A320 family aircraft.
• Perform maintenance in compliance with Company Manuals & Federal Regulations.
• Complete required training and actively maintain training currency as defined in Company Manuals.
• Participate actively in the development and improvement of maintenance methods.
• Maintain Line Maintenance related tooling, stands and ground equipment.
• Perform all aspects of Line Maintenance. (Troubleshooting, Engine Run & Taxi, etc.)
• Communicate with Maintenance Control as defined in the GMM.
• Perform all work tasks with a high level of quality and safety.
• Ensure all paperwork and records are completed and handled as outlined in the Company Manuals & Federal Regulations.
• Provide regular predictable attendance.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g. emergencies change in workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Hold a current Airframe and Powerplant Certification.
• Must possess and maintain a valid US Passport.
• Must meet the recent experience requirements in accordance with 14 CR 65.83.
• Willing and able to work any shift.
• Ability to lift up to 85 lbs.; clearly write, read, and speak the English language; Squat, bend and climb regularly; work off of stands and lift trucks.
• Ability to read wire diagrams and disseminate various levels of work instruction related to Line Maintenance and Aircraft Modification.
• Be able to qualify for airport security badge and customs seal.
• Ability to travel to remote locations and countries to perform maintenance.
• 2-5 years air carrier commercial aircraft maintenance experience preferred.
• A320 Family aircraft experience preferred.
• Sheet metal and Avionics skills are preferred.

*Please be advised that you will be asked to complete a required assessment to be considered for this position. This assessment will be emailed to you after you apply. Please be sure to check your Spam folder and/or junk mail if you do not receive it. *

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to our team members including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, travel benefits and much more. We strive to maintain a professional, yet friendly environment and promote professional and career development for our Team Members.

EEOC Statement

Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.