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Technician - Aircraft

  • 498702
  • Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Tennessee, United States
  • College of Basic & Applied Sciences
  • Other
  • Classified
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Job Title

Technician - Aircraft

Department

Flight Training Program

Salary

$62,089 minimum; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and inspections on University aircraft and return aircraft to service. Perform general maintenance to Department vehicles, shop equipment and ground support equipment used to support the maintenance effort. Assist Aircraft Maintenance Supervisors in scheduling of maintenance events, parts procurement, warranty administration, return shipments, etc. Perform other related tasks or special projects as assigned.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Related Experience

One year General Aviation maintenance experience with flight school maintenance experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant privileges

Desirable Related Experience

Bachelor's degree in aviation related field.
Two years high-volume 141 flight school maintenance experience.
Aircraft parts procurement / inventory control experience.

Desirable License/Registration/Certification

FAA issued Inspection Authorization
Private pilot certificate
Third Class Medical

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter, Resume, FAA Licenses and Certificates Required

Special Instruction to Applicants 

Copies of required FAA licenses and certificates must be uploaded as supporting documents with the application.

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
  • 13 paid University holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email hrs@mtsu.edu.

 

Application Review Date: October 15, 2026

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