When you think of aviation maintenance, you probably picture mechanics using all sorts of tools to tinker with massive engines and replace various aircraft components. But where do they get the parts and those specialized tools? Inventory Clerks are responsible for the parts and tools in our Technical Stores. Each Maintenance base, aka airplane hangar, … Continue reading Behind the Scenes Heroes: Inventory Clerks
Tech Ops
Introducing Our New Role: Quality Control Managers
Reinforcing our focus on safety, Air Wisconsin Airlines created a new position at all of our maintenance bases—the Quality Control Manager—reporting to the Chief Inspector. This role focuses on the proper implementation of the processes outlined in the General Maintenance Manual as well as DOT, FAA, and other Company policies and procedures. Establishing this position … Continue reading Introducing Our New Role: Quality Control Managers
A&P Means Opportunity, Part 3: Technical Auditors
If you missed Part 1: Maintenance Controllers read it HERE, or read Part 2: Maintenance Planning Coordinators HERE. Safety is always the top priority in aviation. Air Wisconsin’s Tech Ops team follows regulations put in place by the FAA, DOT, OSHA and the EPA as well as company policies and procedures. Plus, we have an … Continue reading A&P Means Opportunity, Part 3: Technical Auditors
A&P Means Opportunity, Part 2: Maintenance Planning Coordinators
With an A&P certificate, you could work on aircraft or even behind-the-scenes in one of many different roles. Most people don’t realize that there are career opportunities available beyond performing aircraft maintenance. Last week, we explored what Maintenance Controllers do (Read it HERE), and this week let’s check out the purview of a Maintenance Planning … Continue reading A&P Means Opportunity, Part 2: Maintenance Planning Coordinators
A&P Means Opportunity, Part 1: Maintenance Controllers
You might be surprised to learn having an A&P certificate opens more doors than you think. Everyone pictures the mechanic working on the GE engine—which is an excellent and rewarding career path—but, did you know 30% of our Tech Ops team is made up of support roles? Many jobs are available beyond working on the … Continue reading A&P Means Opportunity, Part 1: Maintenance Controllers
A Destination for Veterans
Veterans have the attention to detail, high standards, and leadership skills that we look for in candidates. The current shortage of licensed and unlicensed professionals means unlimited opportunities in aviation, especially for pilots and mechanics on our Tech Ops team. In the segment below featured on Military Makeover: Operation Career, you will meet two employees … Continue reading A Destination for Veterans
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