Aircraft Mechanic I

Job title: Aircraft Mechanic I

Company: Kay & Associates

Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Salary Type: H

Expected salary: $33.66 per hour

Min Salary: 33.66

Max Salary: 33.66

Job date: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 07:05:10 GMT

Date Posted: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 07:05:10 GMT

Job description:

Job Description:PENDING CONTRACT AWARDJob Title: Aircraft Mechanic ILocation: Oceana, VA (FRCMA)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.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:Power Plants 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 leadership 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.

Responsibility: Performs requirements in accordance with the procedures established in the PWS. Performs diagnosis and corrective actions, disassembles, inspects, evaluates, and accomplishes necessary repairs, lays out work according to technical instructions and technical directives. Determines what repairs, modifications, and part replacements are required. May be required to verify work performed by another for which he/she is qualified to perform.Task Requirements:

• Aircraft maintenance action documentation via logs, records, forms, and electronic means
• Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft powerplant systems.
• Use hand tools, power tools, machines, specific and general aviation test measurement and diagnostic equipment, and sets kits and outfits (SKO).
• Inspect, repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft components/sub components to include rigging.
• Read and interpret manufacturers’ maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
• Maintenance Control planning and management
• Aircraft inspections
• Corrosion Control/Aircraft Painting
• Troubleshooting
• Preservation and de-preservation
• General engine maintenance
• Technical Directive compliance and modifications
• Tool Control Program Tool issue/receipt supporting aircraft maintenance shops
• including hazardous materials, tool room/box/pouch configuration
• Individual Material Readiness List (IMRL), and Metrology and Calibration
• (METCAL) Program Management
• F404-GE-400/402 teardown and disposition
• F414-GE-400 Complete engine and engine module tear down and build-up
• Maintain Aircraft, Engines, and SE Logbooks
• 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 phase, scheduled, unscheduled, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections.
• Requisition repair parts, materials, and consumable supplies through military supply system.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five or more years’ JEIM experience on F404-GE-400/402 and/or F414-GE-400
• Previously certified Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR) for propulsion systems.
• Previously certified Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) for propulsion systems.
• Test Cell Operator
• Familiarity and ability to use NAVAIR IETMS.
• Five or more years’ experience with NALCOMIS
• Two or more years’ experience working in Maintenance/Production Control as a Controller.
• Advanced Corrosion Control Course/Paint and Final Finish

Basic Qualifications:

• Two or more years’ Aviation Power Plant experience.
• Two years Aviation Maintenance experience
• Must be able to work shift schedules as required per Performance Work Statement (PWS)
• Must be able work work-week schedules i.e. M-F, Sn-Th or as required per PWS
• Basic Corrosion Control Course.
• Must be able to work flexible work-week schedules as required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check Local Records Check and Credit (NACLC).
• 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.
• Must be eligible for Common Access Card (CAC).

Compensation$33.66/hourOther CompensationEmployees will receive a health and welfare fringe benefit of $2.65 for every hour worked.BenefitsEmployees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in KAI’s 401k plan. Employees have a minimum of eleven paid holidays. After completing one year of service, employees will have two weeks paid vacation.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.KAI is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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