Since 1994, USA Jet Airlines has provided premium, on-demand air cargo transportation services to the North American manufacturing industry. Servicing as an integral part of the Ascent Global Logistics Network, USA Jet routinely provides the time-critical airlift necessary to reinforce the supply chains of customers such as Ford, General Motors and Tesla. With decades of diverse experience in domestic and international cargo transportation, USA Jet is a proven leader in the air cargo industry.
USA Jet Power
In 2022, to support its fleet of jet engines and to allow it to provide services to other operators and leasing companies, USA Jet Airlines established USA Jet Power. USA Jet Power is 14 CFR Part 145 Air Agency Repair Station located in Oscoda Michigan authorized to perform maintenance, inspection and testing on Pratt and Whitney JT8D turbofan engines that are certificated to operate upon Boeing 727, 737, Douglas DC-9 and MD88 aircraft. USA Jet Power is housed in a state-of-the-art 51,000 sq ft facility that supports its engine repair operations and parts warehousing.
Our Purpose
We elevate the world of logistics through passion and innovation.
Our Mission
We want to do more things and provide more solutions for more customers in more places around the globe with lower operating risk and flawless execution.
What You’ll Do
A&P Mechanics report directly to Lead Mechanics or Director of Operations while at the USA Jet Main Maintenance Base. At an outstation, A&P Mechanics report to Maintenance Control.
Overhaul, maintenance and repair of powerplants, and associated components in accordance with USA Jet manuals, Manufacturer's manuals, Bulletins, and Orders
Mechanics/Repairmen will be required to sign for work accomplished
The Mechanic, in performing his duties, is required to be constantly alert for defective, worn, or failed parts as well as safe working conditions
The Mechanic may be assigned to such housekeeping duties as policing his work area or repair and maintenance of Company property
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to:
Required to report all safety concerns in a timely manner
Required to ensure that they and their co-workers are performing their functions in the safest possible manner
Required to follow the standards of the Occupational Safety and Health organization with legal authority at the location at which they are working
Perform all tasks as assigned by their Lead or Manager
What You’ll Bring
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Must possess a current airframe and powerplant certificate
Minimum one (1) year aviation experience and Jet Engine Shop and or one (1) year experience on JT8D type engines (1-17AR, -200 series)
A&P Mechanics may be required to have certain valid ratings depending on the type of work they are to perform. Before performing any duties for USA Jet, the mechanic will be properly qualified and authorized
Knowledge of all applicable regulatory requirements
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Must be able to remain calm during adverse conditions
Must be able to think and react quickly with a sense of urgency to time-sensitive problem situations
Detailed organizational skills
Experience in Microsoft Windows, Word, Outlook and Excel preferred
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to:
Walk
Sit
Stand
Stoop
Kneel
Crouch
Crawl
Climb
Reach/handle items
Work with their hands
Lift and/or move items 10-50lbs
Talk and hear others in conversations via phone or in person
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to:
Lift and/or move items 50-100lbs
Vision abilities required:
Close vision
Distance vision
Color vision
The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions.
The noise level is usually moderate. Noise level can increase to loud when engine test or module balances are being performed.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ascent’s Competitive Benefits
401(k) and employer matching
Life Insurance
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Wellness Program
Paid Holidays
Employee Recognition Programs
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Overtime, Differential, Trip & Bonus Pay
Additional Considerations
USA Jet Power, LLC. Aircraft/Engine Maintenance and Inspection personnel must be able to travel on short notice to perform maintenance and/or aircraft recovery/repairs as needed. This will require having an overnight bag always packed and being ready to travel with little or no notice, for indefinite periods of time.
As part of the above-referenced travel requirements, Maintenance Personnel must have a valid passport within 90 days of hire at USA Jet Airlines, Inc. at the employee’s expense.
To be able to perform the job of an Engine Mechanic/Technician, employees are required to possess the minimum tools as outlined on departmental tool list.
As part of the job responsibilities of an Engine Mechanic/Technician, new hires will be required to complete the TSA Security Training Program, which is provided by USA Jet Airlines. Once personnel have successfully completed the training program, occasional travel with the USA Jet Airlines, Inc. will be required.
Must be able to successfully pass an initial, and random, Drug and Alcohol screening process as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and a Fingerprint Based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and/or Security Threat Assessment (STA) as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Airlines and Aviation
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