Aircraft Mechanic III - Travel Team

Job Description

Job Description

***************************************This job is contingent on contract award***************************************General DescriptionAircraft mechanical personnel support KC-135 aircraft modification operations. This position requires CONUS/OCONUS travel to support maintenance operations throughout the United States and overseas. Ideal candidates are experienced KC-135 Crew Chiefs with a strong background in flight line maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and ensuring aircraft mission readiness.Duties Perform Organizational, Intermediate, and Depot-Level maintenance on KC-135 aircraft.Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, servicing, and repairs.Troubleshoot aircraft systems and identify corrective actions.Remove, replace, repair, and modify aircraft components and assemblies.Read and interpret Technical Orders, engineering drawings, maintenance manuals, and technical documentation.Complete maintenance documentation accurately and in accordance with established procedures.Perform operational and functional checks.Support aircraft launches, recoveries, and maintenance inspections.Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.Travel as required to support mission requirements.Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, Technical Orders, and structural repair manuals.Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.Other duties as assignedEducation /Experience RequirementsHigh School Diploma or equivalent4 - 6 years on-the-job experience performing Organizational, Intermediate, or Depot-Level aircraft maintenance on wide-body aircraft, preferably KC-135.Formal aviation avionics training from a technical trade or military technical school is preferred.A Federal Communication Commission (FCC) License or an Airframe and Powerplant License issued by the FAA with commensurate General or Military Aviation experience is desired but not required.Must possess the ability and equivalent experience to read and comprehend mechanical drawings, specifications, and schematics.Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport and any required visas or travel documentation for CONUS/OCONUS travel.Experience operating ground support equipment. Knowledge of using specialized equipment, tools, and test equipment in accordance with appropriate USAF Technical Orders and Job Guides preferred.Must have a valid state driver's license when required by job assignment. Must have or be able to obtain a secret security clearanceMust be able to work, day shift, night shift, weekends, holidays, overtime, or adjusted schedules as required.Must be a U.S. citizen. Must be able to obtain and maintain base access, Common Access Card, and required Government system access.We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offers, pre-employment substance abuse testingPhysical RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.May be required to lift up to 35 pounds.May be required to read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.Equal Opportunity Employer/VEVRAA/ADATNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA governed Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. TNC provides all employees and job applicants equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, national origin or any other reason prohibited by law.#jsfirm