Aircraft Ride on Mechanic

Kalitta Charters II specializes in scheduled and on-demand narrow-body freighter operations. In 2003, aviator and NHRA World Champion, Doug Kalitta, set out to provide a safe and reliable solution to a complex logistics problem. This problem entailed moving freight across the Americas for our customers… overnight!

The B737 Ride-On Mechanic is responsible for providing enroute aircraft maintenance support while traveling with the aircraft on assigned routes. This role ensures continued airworthiness, rapid troubleshooting, and efficient resolution of discrepancies to minimize aircraft delays and ensure safe, on-time operations.

• Perform routine and non-routine line maintenance, servicing, and troubleshooting on B737 aircraft during flight operations.

Provide immediate maintenance support at enroute and outstation locations to minimize aircraft downtime.

• Conduct preflight, postflight, and transit checks as required by company and regulatory procedures.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and defer discrepancies in accordance with MEL/CDL procedures and company policies.
• Perform minor repairs, adjustments, and component changes as necessary for continued airworthiness.
• Document all maintenance performed in accordance with FAA regulations, company manuals, and standard practices.
• Ensure all required tools, equipment, and materials are properly maintained and available for use while traveling.
• Coordinate with flight crews, Maintenance Control, and Dispatch to support operational requirements.
• Adhere to all company safety, regulatory, and quality standards while working in domestic and international locations.
• Represent the company professionally when working with customers, vendors, and airport personnel.