A&P Mechanic at Billings Flying Service in Billings, MT

Billings Flying Service (BFS) is a solutions provider for the aviation industry, specializing in CH-47 aerial firefighting and heavy lift services. Leveraging 35+ years of experience with fixed wing and rotorcraft, BFS is positioned to solve the most difficult aviation problems.

Since 1997, BFS has operated fire-fighting helicopters across the world, including Chile, Indonesia, South Korea, and the United States. The BFS fleet of CH-47Ds, UH-60A, are capable of fighting wildfires by either bucket or tank. Aircraft are supported through BFS’s FAA 145 repair station and talented staff. .

BFS owns and operates a FAA 145, AS9110, and Boeing certified maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility for the CH-47 Chinook. Established in 2019, the MRO facility supports the BFS Chinook fleet, commercial CH-47 customers, the United States military, and foreign militaries. The facility focuses on CH-47 drivetrain, dynamics, hydraulics, actuation, and flight controls.

About the Role

We are seeking an A&P Helicopter Mechanic to support our CH-47 fleet operations. You will be required to be out of town for extended periods of time, with employer paying lodging and per diem.

Please call or text Bridger Blain, President at 406-697-5499.

What You'll Do

• Maintain a close liaison with the crew supervisor to provide current status of aircraft maintenance activity and planning for upcoming maintenance events.

• Perform and document maintenance and alterations of aircraft airframe, engines, and appliances in accordance with the procedures published in the BFS MPM, approved inspection program, manufacturer’s maintenance manuals and associated service documentation, acceptable and approved data as applicable, and 14 CFR Regulations.

• Ensure company aircraft are maintained in accordance with the airworthiness standards prescribed by the applicable 14 CFR regulations.

• Provide after-hours maintenance on-call support for the assigned aircraft as directed.

• Ensure aircraft discrepancies are accurately documented and addressed while aircraft are in revenue service and during major inspection events.

• Ensure all aircraft maintenance records and associated documents to include all BFS forms and AIP checklists, equipment manufacturer’s forms and checklists, and parts approval documents are completed, processed and maintained in accordance with the BFD MPM SOP, applicable federal aviation regulations, and company policies.

• Possess a thorough knowledge of Federal aviation regulations, the maintenance procedures manual, the operations manual, operations specifications and other pertinent information.

• Ensure all company and personally-owned calibrated tools are within calibration time limits when used.

• Maintain company-owned local Ground Support Equipment (GSE).

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Required Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write English.

• Must pass airport security background checks and travel for work as required.

• Must have good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Must have a current and valid Driver’s License.

• Must have a current and valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant License.

• Frequently be required to stand, walk, continually utilize hand, and finger dexterity, climb, balance, bend, or crawl, occasionally from heights in precarious places.

• Frequently lift / push / carry items up to 50 pounds.

• Awareness that he / she will be working near and around moving mechanical parts, around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals and exposure to loud noises.

• Ability to operate equipment and read technical information.

• Exposure to weather conditions outside such as extreme heat or cold.

• 5+ years working on the CH-47D or other Boeing aircraft types (preferred).

• Required Qualifications: FAA A&P License, Rotorcraft experience

• Full time employment with competitive compensation based on experience and credentials. Medical, dental and vision insurance. 401K with up to 4% company match.

• These benefits are available after initial waiting period.