Aircraft Mechanic I (Airframes)

Pending Contract Award

Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic I (Airframes)

Location: FRCW China Lake

Task Description:

Aircraft Mechanic I (23021): Aircraft Mechanics I must have a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, required to meet the assigned missions. Makes repairs to aircraft and follows direction of higher graded workers. The Aircraft Mechanic I troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti- icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems. This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills. This worker reads and interprets manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. Work involves replacing or repairing worn or damaged components, such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, and engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment; removing engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck, disassembling and inspecting parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and repairing or replacing defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft. Job duties require that this mechanic adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes. Supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft, enters in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verifies the work was performed satisfactorily, service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition, specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and specialize in engine repair. May be required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration. May require specialization in sheet-metal, electric work, avionics or other aircraft systems related disciplines. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) licensing of contractor employee technical proficiency is not required.

Responsibility:  To perform Intermediate level maintenance and modifications on SE, IMRL and aircraft components in the physical custody of Fleet Readiness Center West Detachment China Lake, in support of VX-9 and VX-31 and outlying areas covered under the IMRL program.

Skill and Knowledge:  Shall have the ability to troubleshoot malfunctions in various aircraft systems and be able to perform general Intermediate Level maintenance and possess one or more of the specialties of the assigned aircraft below:

Airframe/Structural and related sub-systems

• Must be knowledgeable of technical directives, NAMP programs, and shall be knowledgeable of and understand basic supply procedures.
• Aircraft Mechanic I shall have experience writing with clarity and technical accuracy and exhibit effective leadership qualities and ensure adherence to all applicable policies and procedures.
• Possess a high degree of expertise in the control and coordination of aircraft maintenance.
• Thorough working knowledge of applicable maintenance/technical manuals and publications.
• Thorough working knowledge of aircraft maintenance records.
• Working understanding of the aircraft and aircraft systems

Task Requirements:

• Familiar with duties assigned to personnel within all work centers.
• Process Visual Information Display System/Maintenance Action Forms (VIDS/MAF) from aircrew or maintenance technicians in accordance with OPNAVINST 4790.2 Series, Navy, and Company Instructions.
• Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Maintenance Control planning and management.
• Aircraft maintenance action documentation via logs, records, forms, and electronic means
• Support Equipment (SE operation and inspections.
• Corrosion Control/Aircraft Painting.
• Troubleshooting
• Preservation/de-preservation.
• General Aircraft Maintenance.
• Ordnance handling, limited to unjamming related equipment/ALSS maintenance.
• Technical Directive compliance and modifications.
• Individual Material Readiness List (IMRL), and Metrology and Calibration (METCAL) Program Management.
• Maintain Aircraft, Engines, and SE Logbooks.
• Aviation Life Support System (ALSS) Maintenance.
• Central Technical Publications Library Programs Management
• Dispersed Technical Publications Librarian
• Use hand tools, power tools, machines, specific and general aviation test measurement and diagnostic equipment.
• Perform general housekeeping and organization of workstation(s), shop(s), maintenance facility to provide a clean, safe, and FOD free environment
• Perform shift work and/or overtime as required
• Perform other tasks as directed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ten or more years’ experience with NALCOMIS/OOMA
• Ten years extensive knowledge of Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP).
• Familiarity and ability to use military tech manuals.
• Advanced Corrosion Control Course
• Attended Quality Assurance Admin course or Equivalent.

Basic Qualifications:

• Individual (I) Aircraft Maintenance Qualification
• Airframes “C” school or USMC/USCG equivalent
• New hire personnel should have five years’ aviation maintenance experience on applicable T/M/S aircraft
• Preferred to have 1 year T/M required/Series preferred Intermediate experience within last 3 years
• Three years extensive knowledge of Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP).
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Must be able to work 1st, 2nd, 3rd and weekend shift schedule as required.
• Must be able work flexible work-week schedules i.e. Mon-Fri, Sun-Thur, Fri-Mon or as required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must satisfactorily complete the equivalent of a trustworthy National Agency Check plus Written Inquiries with Credit Check (NACI), IAW DTM-08-003 “Next Generation Common Access Card (CAC) Implementation Guidance”.
• Must be able to climb ladders, raised platforms, and aircraft.
• Must be able to use hand and power tools.
• Must have dexterity to handle small parts.
• Must be able to deploy to support off station exercises and perform other support duties as assigned.

Compensation

$48.49/Hour

Benefits

Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in KAI’s 401k plan.  Employees accrue 6.16 hours of PTO per pay period. KAI employees at China Lake FRCW have a minimum of 12 paid holidays.

Employment is contingent on (a) your ability to provide appropriate proof of your identity and eligibility to work in the United States; (b) your references and any background check being satisfactory to the Company; (c) you successfully passing a pre-employment drug test; and (d) your ability to get a required clearance by your effective start date, if needed; and (e) KAI commencing performance on this contract.

Equal Opportunity Employer Disability/Vets