SkillBridge Aviation Maintenance Internship at Dynamic Aviation

Bridgewater, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Aviation Maintenance, Technical Manual Interpretation, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Electrical Troubleshooting, Aircraft Inspection, Aircraft Repair, Structural Modification, Hand Tools Usage, Testing Equipment Usage, Communication Skills, Organization Skills, Basic Math

Industry

Aviation & Aerospace

Description

Live an Adventure, Master your Craft, Find your Purpose At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppress large wildfires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence. Qualifications / Requirements: Currently serving in the U.S. military, with the ability to participate in the SkillBridge program. The DoD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences. Purpose/Objective: Connect highly qualified transitioning service members to an aviation maintenance internship where they can further develop their skills and gain valuable civilian experience prior to transitioning out of service. Program Type: Internship Program Timeline: 2-6 months Program Terms The participating Service member receives full military pay and benefits while participating in the internship. The participating Service member must not work more than 40 hours in any work week. If a Service member participates in less than 20 hours per week, they shall return to work and not be on administrative leave status. The intern’s work should complement, rather than displace the work of paid employees while providing significant educational benefits to the intern. The intern and the employer understand that the internship is conducted without entitlement to a paid job at the conclusion of the internship. The Service member will work under the close supervision of the organization’s staff for the duration of the program. Schedule: Monday – Friday 0700-1600, lunch 1200-1300 (not to exceed 40 hours/week) Job Purpose: As a DoD SkillBridge Aviation Maintenance Intern, you will further develop your aviation maintenance skills with the support of experienced A&P mechanics in a variety of areas to deliver quality and value to a diverse set of customers. Responsibilities: Reads and interprets technical manuals and guidelines to learn basic principles of inspections, installations, repairs, or other aircraft maintenance activities Read, interpret and follow technical data Learn to diagnose mechanical or electrical problems Learn to repair aircraft systems and determines serviceability of aircraft parts Learn and understand how to inspect and maintain aircraft, ensuring that work meets company and regulatory standards Maintain repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance Modify aircraft structures, systems, or components, following drawings, schematics, charts, engineering orders, and technical publications Replace or repair worn, defective, or damaged components, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment Assemble and install electrical, plumbing, mechanical, hydraulic, and structural components and accessories, using hand or power tools Skills/Qualifications: Technical and mechanical aptitude; aviation maintenance strongly preferred High school education or GED equivalent is required, some college preferred Excellent communication and organization skills Coachability, desire to learn and apply training Must be a self-starter and highly motivated, able to work with minimal guidance Organized, able to adapt to changing priorities and fast-paced environment Ability to perform basic math calculations Must provide own tools at completion of program (tool list to be provided) Ability to: Crawl in and out of tight spaces Comfortably work at elevated heights of at least 40 feet for extended periods of time Lift, balance and carry 50lbs. Work in enclosed hangars and exterior weather conditions Work in close proximity to other people It is the policy of Dynamic Aviation to prohibit and eliminate discrimination on grounds of race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law. It is also Dynamic Aviation's policy to provide equal employment for all and comply with any affirmative action obligations pursuant to the Federal Executive Orders, 11246 and 11375, as amended.

Responsibilities

The intern will perform aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications under the supervision of A&P mechanics. Responsibilities include interpreting technical data, maintaining repair logs, and installing various aircraft components.