Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
- An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
- A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
This position works out of the Waukegan Airport in the CHR Corporate Human Resources division.
The Aircraft Maintenance Technical Engineerreports to the Director, Aviation Maintenance. Under general direction, ensures that the assigned corporate aircraft are maintained in an airworthy state that meets or exceeds company policies and procedures, all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, and industry best practices. Will actively participate in the department's Safety Management System. In addition, our AMTE's will fly on company aircraft for international trips or when deemed necessary by the Director of Aviation.
What You’ll Work On
- Follow the FAA-approved Abbott Laboratories aircraft inspection program, and ensure compliance with the applicable FAA regulations, manufacturers requirements, and company standards as outlined in the Abbott Laboratories Aviation Department Policy & Operations Manual.
- Maintain all aircraft maintenance records in proper format and in compliance with governmental regulations.
- Perform tests, adjustments, repairs, inspections, and other tasks related to the maintenance and repair of complex airframe systems, avionics, and turbine engines.
- Proven ability to efficiently and accurately troubleshoot and resolve aircraft discrepancies.
- High degree of technological aptitude with the ability to learn new systems and techniques.
- Ensure all aircraft maintenance inspections and repairs are completed in accordance with applicable FAA regulations and manufacturers’ recommendations.
- Ability to grasp key aviation safety concepts and participate in the Safety Management System
- Demonstrate high degree of professionalism and attention to detail.
- High level of communication skills to include verbal, written and standard business computer skills.
- Adaptability to time pressures and changing priorities.
- Ability to work within a team and develop individual employee ownership and leadership within the organization.
- Good working knowledge of industry regulations and standards.
- Assist with maintenance of inventories, material purchases, parts, and other items required to accomplish maintenance duties.
- Pursue professional development.
- Provide aircraft departure and arrival support.
- Must be flexible in work schedules: nights, weekends, and holidays.
Core Job Responsibilities
- While the job does not specifically contribute to corporate performance, the job is critical, as everything must be maintained in a “like new” condition in the hangar environment and on the aircraft.
- The operation and maintenance of our aircraft and ground support equipment are critical to our department’s success. It requires ourAMTE's to maintain a high level of training and expertise.
- AMTE’s will fly on company aircraft serving our passengers and assisting our flight crews ensuring our trips are successful and the aircraft remains airworthy for each trip.
- AMTE’s schedules will include nights’ holidays and weekends.
Required Qualifications
- 1-3 years general experience in aircraft maintenance preferred.
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant technician license (A&P)
- Areas of knowledge to include all aspects of turbine powerplant and powerplant accessories, hydraulic pneumatic, electrical, avionics and communication systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent communication skills.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
The base pay for this position is
$85,300.00 – $170,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Aviation
DIVISION:
AVTN Aviation
LOCATION:
United States > Waukegan : J17
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis, Work in confined spaces, Work in noisy environmentAbbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf
