Aircraft Mechanic III - Airframe

Pending Contract AwardAircraft mechanical personnel support C/KC-130T aircraft maintenance operations in Jacksonville, FL. This position performs inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and modification of aircraft airframe and associated mechanical systems to support aircraft availability and mission readiness. Ideal candidates have experience maintaining C/KC-130 or similar military aircraft and a strong working knowledge of aircraft airframe systems, including flight controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, landing gear, fuel systems, structural components, and other associated mechanical systems.DutiesLead maintenance teams in the performance of C/KC-130T aircraft maintenance, inspections, modifications, and scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.Supervise subordinate mechanics and provide technical guidance and expertise throughout aircraft maintenance and modification activities.Perform, supervise, and inspect duties performed by Aircraft Mechanic I, II, and III personnel within assigned qualifications.Maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and modify aircraft structures, structural components, and associated aircraft systems involving complex to extremely difficult maintenance requirements.Maintain and repair aircraft components and systems including, but not limited to, flight controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, landing gear, and other mechanical components.Apply comprehensive technical knowledge of airframe and powerplant systems to determine equipment malfunctions and restore aircraft systems and components to proper operating condition.Troubleshoot and resolve complex aircraft mechanical discrepancies using approved maintenance procedures and sound technical judgment.Interpret and apply technical data, including technical publications, technical orders, blueprints, engineering drawings, manufacturers' manuals, and other approved maintenance documentation.Apply comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures, and component replacement.Perform and provide technical guidance on aircraft structural and sheet metal modification and repair as required.Evaluate the functionality of non-complex aircraft electrical systems as they relate to assigned maintenance and troubleshooting activities.Properly use and provide technical guidance on aircraft-specific tools and equipment, including test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and shears, and other applicable specialized equipment.Provide technical support to structural and mechanical engineers, customers, supervisors, and other maintenance personnel regarding aircraft discrepancies, repairs, and modification activities.Coordinate and prioritize assigned maintenance workload to support established aircraft maintenance, modification, and delivery schedules.Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout aircraft maintenance and modification efforts.Make and review required entries in aircraft logs, forms, records, and applicable maintenance documentation.Ensure assigned maintenance activities are accomplished in accordance with applicable technical data, quality standards, safety requirements, and established maintenance procedures.Maintain accountability and proper use of tools, equipment, parts, and materials and comply with Tool Control and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention requirements.Perform other related duties as assigned in support of C/KC-130T aircraft maintenance and modification operations.Education/ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent.Advanced aircraft maintenance experience with demonstrated technical leadership responsibilities.C/KC-130 or similar military aircraft maintenance experience strongly preferred.Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures, component replacement, and aircraft maintenance practices.Advanced working knowledge of aircraft airframe systems, flight controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, landing gear, fuel systems, structural components, and associated mechanical systems.Thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal and structural modification and repair.Working knowledge of airframe and powerplant systems sufficient to diagnose equipment malfunctions and support complex aircraft troubleshooting.Ability to determine functionality of non-complex aircraft electrical systems.Demonstrated ability to perform, supervise, and inspect aircraft maintenance performed by Mechanic I, II, and III personnel within assigned qualifications.Ability to lead maintenance teams and provide technical guidance to subordinate and lower-level technicians.Ability to interpret technical orders, technical publications, blueprints, engineering drawings, manufacturers' manuals, and other applicable technical data.Detailed knowledge of aircraft-specific tools and equipment, including test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and shears, and related maintenance equipment.Ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers, customers, and maintenance personnel.Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize workload to meet aircraft maintenance and delivery schedules.Ability to accurately complete and review aircraft logs, records, forms, and other maintenance documentation.Must meet applicable customers, installation access, safety, security, and contractual requirements.Must be able to support assigned shifts, overtime, and travel as required.Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain and maintain base access, Common Access Card, and required Government system access.Physical RequirementsThese requirements are representative of those needed to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.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 depthEEO/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