MSP Aviation Maintenance Tech I

It is important that all experience be fully documented. Failure to LIST ALL EXPERIENCE FULLY AND ACCURATELY may cause the candidate to be rejected.

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MSPAM 0002

Maryland State Police

The MSP Maintenance Technician I performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Aviation Command helicopters and fixed wing aircraft. Troubleshoots problems and performs maintenance on associated aircraft ground support equipment. Ensures all aircraft are maintained, repaired, and serviced in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) regulations. Work performed effects availability of aircraft needed to support the Department’s mission.

Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance inspections on Aviation Command aircraft to maintain them in airworthy condition. Perform flight test and operational checks on all equipment after maintenance.

Troubleshoot aircraft problems and discrepancies.  Repair and modify airframe and engine components.  Maintains superior knowledge of Maintenance Manuals.  Navigates on-line and hard back Maintenance Manuals.

Perform Inspection Sheet entries, maintenance manual revisions and record keeping of aircraft logs.  Attends training courses as they become available.

Maintain proper upkeep of tools and ground support equipment and their inventory.  Drive motor vehicles and perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by the MSP Director of Maintenance (MSP DOM), MSP Maintenance Control Supervisors (MSP MCS), MSP Lead Maintenance Technicians (MSP LMT), Officer in Charge of Mission Support (OIC) or Commander.

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Two years of experience in aircraft maintenance and actively engaged in aircraft maintenance within the last 6 months.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute graduation from a Federal Aviation Administration’s Part 147 Aviation Maintenance Technician School for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in the Aviation Machinist Mate classification or Aviation, Aerospace Maintenance, or Aircraft Maintenance specialty codes in the Aviation Maintenance field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Employees in this classification must possess a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic License within three (3) months after the date of hire.

2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle, therefore, will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

1. Applicants for positions with the Department of Maryland State Police will be subject to a complete criminal background investigation and a polygraph examination before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the applicant.

The selection process for this recruitment will involve a review of each application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list in the BEST, BETTER or QUALIFIED category. The list will be used by the hiring manager to select the individual to fill the vacancy. The list will be valid for one year.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants may be given a physical examination and will be subject to an interview, background investigation, polygraph examination and substance abuse testing.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

NOTE: Currently, applicants are limited to uploading one file.  As a result, it is strongly urged that those applying upload ALL required and additional documents (undergraduate and graduate transcripts, resumes, etc.) as one file.

If you are unable to apply online, you may submit an application via mail. The Maryland State Application Form can be found online. 

Completed applications, required documentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland State Police, Aviation Command

3023 Strawberry Point Road

Middle River, MD 21230

Attn: Christina Blake

 

Contact Information: christina.blake@maryland.gov or 410-238-5843

           

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We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

It is the policy of the Maryland State Police to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender, identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status.