Aircraft Mechanic

Job Description:

• Performs routine aircraft maintenance functions.
• Must demonstrate an operational knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, engines, and component parts.
• Operates aircraft towing equipment in towing operations.
• Maintains aircraft hydraulic systems.
• Must have knowledge of the proper use of hand tools in aircraft maintenance.
• Must be able to read and write, and interpret and comply with aircraft maintenance procedures, manuals, specifications, and directives, guides, and forms used on the job.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections on aircraft and aircraft systems and subsystems.
• Performs troubleshooting, repair, modifications, corrosion control, and preservation of aircraft and aircraft systems and aircraft sub-systems, including fuel, oil, and pneudraulic systems.
• Overhauls aircraft components and sub-components.
• Services ground support equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections on all ground support equipment. Performs functional checks, inspections, troubleshooting as required and trained.
• Completes maintenance documentation accurately using OOMA, and required forms, as required by job assignment.
• Must show proficiency in the use of OOMA within 90 days after assignment.
• Effectively task and direct subordinate personnel through the daily assignment of tasks.
• Develop and execute maintenance plans to ensure meeting of aircraft Turn-Around-Time (TAT)
• Maintain aircraft RESET Team Leader Stations and Logbooks for documentation of all compliance of required inspections and maintenance required and completed.
• Inspect and maintain GFE, as well as, conduct periodic inventory of all assigned equipment.
• Effectively report the status of aircraft through written and verbal communication.
• Manage aircraft parts requisition through request, review, and approve Critical Items List, distribution, and turn-in.
• Report violations of Work Rules, Policies, and Procedures to the appropriate level.
• Responsible for complying with the most recent V2X policies and procedures.
• Operates motor vehicles, machines, and special purpose equipment as required by the job assignment.
• Performs PMCS and inspection documentation on vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Performs housekeeping duties in work and common areas.
• Ensures that tools and equipment used by the employee in the classification are properly calibrated.
• Uses most current approved methods and publications in the performance of the assigned job.
• Performs the duties of lower classified employees within the line of progression when assigned.
• Completes and maintains records and reports as required by job assignment.
• Demonstrates job procedures and assists in the on-the-job training (OJT) of employees within the classification as required.
• Handles and disposes of hazardous materials related to job assignment in accordance with V2X and OSHA policies and procedures.
• Performs duties using automated equipment and software utilized in the functional assignment.
• Ability to perform Optimized Naval Aviation Logistic Management Information System (OOMA) functions for aviation maintenance performed.
• When assigned to the flight line, provide customer support during launch and recovery and aircraft security as required.
• Responsible for complying with corporate and installation of physical security requirements.
• Comply with all OSHA and Safety standards.
• Responsible for daily entry of individual hours worked in company timekeeping system.

Responsibilities:

• Makes appropriate logbook entries and documents own work accomplished.
• Performs aircraft functional checks.
• Performs related record maintenance including completing appropriate log book forms, condition tags, and parts requests in accordance with technical publications, Company procedures manuals, and other written and oral directives.
• Uses blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and manufacturers' drawings and sketches in the performance of assigned duties.
• May be required to perform Maintenance Operational Checks (MOCs).

Requirements:

• Must have and maintain a valid state driver's license when required by job assignment.
• Must obtain and maintain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required clearance for Common Access Card (CAC).

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent--General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
• Aviation Structural Mechanic Core
• Aviation Structural Mechanic Organizational Level
• CH53E Airframes Organizational Maintenance
• Must have 6 years' experience on CH/MH-53E aircraft.
• Must obtain and maintain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required clearance for Common Access Card (CAC).

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Must be able to work with required materials without debilitating irritation to skin, eyes, or respiratory system while wearing the required personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to pick up a minimum of 50 lbs individually from the ground, vehicle, or aircraft.