Career Area:

Business Support Services

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

It's More Than a Job, It's a Career

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Inspector to join our Caterpillar Corporate Aviation team in Fort Worth, Texas. The selected candidate will be responsible for maintaining the airworthiness and quality of company owned aircraft to ensure safety, reliability, and the highest level of customer satisfaction. The main responsibility is to inspect, maintain, and repair aircraft to ensure it is approved for return to service in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration Regulations and company policies.

What You Will Do:

• Sound decision making in this position is critical, as poor judgment has the potential to cause substantial damage to corporate aircraft, financial liability and financial loss to the corporation and stockholders, and possible loss of life; the incumbent works unsupervised and is given full authority to make all airworthiness decisions, inventory purchases and schedule changes on the company owned aircraft
• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs to the company aircraft; must comply with standards, covering materials, procedures of the company, FAA, and the recommendations of the aircraft and components manufacturer
• Supervise and inspect work accomplished at our facility and service centers; global support is required to remote locations where technical support is limited or nonexistent
• Assist in maintaining an effective inventory of aircraft parts, maintenance equipment, etc.
• Locate suppliers, negotiate purchase, confirm orders and conduct follow-up as needed.
• Must function as a team member and interact with other teams to enhance performance; work group cooperation is an ongoing objective
• Understand and repair airframe, avionics, and engine problems; continuous training is required to maintain the high level of trouble shooting capabilities and to maintain expertise with the continuous advancements of the aviation industry and changing federal regulations
• Evaluate problems and review many possible solutions before selecting one option as problems may be complex and can require the incumbent to develop solutions
• Sets priorities and establishes a work plan to complete broadly defined assignments and achieve desired results; impacts key quality goals including Customer Satisfaction, etc.

What You Have:

• Technical Excellence: Must be proficient with the use of technology and computer knowledge to include Maintenance tracking (CAMP), Microsoft Office, and other related business applications
• Aircraft Inspection: Knowledge of aircraft inspection processes and methods; ability to examine every aspect of aircraft to ensure its suitability for safe flight
• Aviation Standards, Procedures, and Policies: Significant experience in a business aircraft maintenance environment acquiring detailed knowledge of FAA and company regulations.
• Aircraft Maintenance: Knowledge of the process and major activities involved in aircraft maintenance to ensure airworthiness; ability to design and implement an aircraft maintenance program for a fleet; experience with Gulfstream G500/G600 and/or Bombardier Global 6000 aircraft preferred
• Aircraft Reliability-Centered Maintenance: Knowledge of principles, techniques, and tools used in maintaining aircraft; ability to diagnose, maintain and repair aircraft by determining the reliability parameters of each component in aircraft.
• Aircraft Systems and Components Testing: Knowledge of processes, tools, and techniques for aircraft systems and components testing; ability to assure a high level of safety and performance of aircraft systems, sub-systems, and components.
• Navigation Aids and Aircraft Systems: Knowledge of navigation aids and aircraft systems; ability to locate the aircraft's position within the airspace.
• Safety Management System: Knowledge of safety management processes and concepts; ability to continuously improve the overall safety of the aviation system.

Education and License requirements:

• Must possess a FAA Airframe and Powerplant license with 6 months of experience within the past 24 months with either inspections, maintenance, or the return to service of aircraft in accordance with the privileges granted by the certificate held
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience desired

Additional Info:

• The primary location for this position is Fort Worth, Texas
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify
• Sponsorship is not available
• International and Domestic travel up to 10%

What You Will Get:

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
• Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance.  We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Final details:

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Posting Dates:

October 4, 2024 - October 17, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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