Aircraft Mechanic - RAFB

Aircraft Mechanic - RAFB

Support daily repair and manufacturing operations for incoming workload for C-5, C-17, C-130, F-15, J-STARS, RQ-4, Global Hawk and other workload as required.

• Install, adjust, align, troubleshoot, and perform final functional and operational tests on a variety of major aircraft systems, their assemblies and components
• Perform flight line maintenance of aircraft including functional testing, troubleshooting and repairing all airframe mechanical systems their assemblies and components such as flight control systems, airframe, landing gear, engines, etc.
• Perform post assembly checkout, adjustment, and repair of overhauled and modified aircraft to prepare for and correct deficiencies found on functional check flights.
• Identify malfunctions and determines corrective action required
• Performs engine removal and installation, jacking, leveling, and other routine tasks
• Read and understand data and settings from cockpit instrumentation and gauges
• Initiate requisitions for needed parts and supplies
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have at least two years of recent verifiable experience
• Knowledge of a wide variety of parts, components, subsystems, and assemblies such as ejection seats, nuclear shielding or similar self-contained systems
• Experience using standard and specialized tools and test equipment including fixtures, templates, scales, test stands, and external power sources
• Skill in reading and understanding data and settings for cockpit instruments and gauges
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must be able to pass a background check, which could include a criminal history and credit check for access to Government facilities.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Secret Clearance within nine (9) months of employee's start date.
• This position falls under Executive Order 14042, and may require fully vaccinated status.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Physical Requirements

• 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 50 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.
• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, APU, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer/VEVRAA/ADA