Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree, relevant corporate aviation work or equivalent practical experience.
  • Certification in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant.
  • Ability to maintain valid U.S. driver’s license, pass pre-employment and unscheduled drug testing during employment.

Preferred qualifications:

  • 8 years of experience in corporate aviation maintenance.
  • Experience as a master technician working with Gulfstream G550/G650.
  • Experience in aviation related project management, high level, or in programs such as trip planning, tool control, safety management systems (SMS), quality assurance (QA), or Security.
  • Knowledge of cabin entertainment systems and equipment.
  • FAA Aircraft Inspection Authorization.

About the job

From keeping Googlers safe and secure to managing disruptive incidents and crises, the ability to anticipate, deter, detect, and act are the pillars of Google’s Global Security and Resilience Services (GSRS) team.

In this role, you will help develop a culture where safety, security and resiliency are integrated into every facet of Google, including the creative process. You will help us continually identify, evaluate and monitor enterprise risks that could affect business activities and provide business leaders the information they need to make critical decisions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create strategies and develop programs that drive sustainable effectiveness.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $141,000-$202,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct or supervise scheduled and unscheduled maintenance events, including post and pre-flight inspections, per the aircraft manufacturer technical data and company guidelines
  • Be responsible for airworthiness of assigned aircraft, to include tracking of maintenance and inspection due items, airworthiness directives and service bulletin compliance.
  • Stay current with Federal Aviation Regulations and industry best practices
  • Communicate effectively with all team members, passengers and vendors to protect, enable and sustain the company’s ability to conduct business
  • Keep up with industry trends and evaluate possible improvements to aircraft and maintenance operations.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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