Aircraft Mechanic I (MWO Sheet Metal - UH-60/AH-64/CH-47) Wheeler AAF, Hawaii - CBA

Aircraft Mechanic I (MWO Sheet Metal - UH-60/AH-64/CH-47) Wheeler AAF, Hawaii, CBA

The Aircraft Mechanic I (Sheetmetal/Structural Specialty) troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems.

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.

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.

Performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections, examines reciprocating engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks, and listens to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burnt valves, inspects jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security, warping, wear, and missing segments.

Inspects jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks, tests engine operation, using testing equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, ammeter, and jet calibration (Jetcal) tester, to locate source of malfunction.

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.

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, may service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition, may specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and may specialize in engine repair.

Knowledge of equipment related to individual requirements (UH-60, CH-47, AH-64).

Knowledge of military publications (including electronic manuals), drawings, blueprints, microfilm, diagrams and schematics is mandatory.

Knowledge of military and/or company forms required by work specifications is a plus.

Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Is required to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Required three years aviation maintenance experience, two years rotary wing aircraft experience, and two years on the assigned Mission Design Series (MDS).
• All experience must be within the six most recent years.
• A valid up-to-date A&P license is preferred but not required.
• All mechanics assigned to perform maintenance on FAA certified aircraft must meet FAA requirements.
• MWO - Travel as needed.
• Valid Driver's License
• Must provide own tools/toolbox. Tools must be shadowed and etched with PID.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI(T1) Public Trust Security Clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization to work at this facility.

Physical/Preferred Requirements:

• Work is performed in a shop environment that is moderately lighted, heated, and ventilated. Is exposed to disagreeable fumes and to cuts and bruised from using tools in close placed and hazards of moving vehicles such as forklifts in shop area.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance.
• Frequently lifts items weighing 15-25 pounds and occasionally in excess of 45 pounds.

Hawaii Compensation Pay Transparency:

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $91,436.80 - $43.96

(Hourly rate set by CBA)

This position includes a competitive benefits package.

Bi-weekly accrual of 5.70 hours (0 to less than 60 months)

Bi-weekly accrual of 7.70 hours (60 months but less than 120 months)

Bi-weekly accrual of 9.20 hours (120 months but less than 240 months)

11 paid Holidays (outlined in CBA)

401K

Short Term / Long Term Disability

Flex Spending Programs- FSA/HSA

Medical /Dental/Eye Insurance

Life Insurance and AD&D

Well-being programs

Employee assistance programs

Tuition assistance

Compensation Details:

$43.96

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.