Fuel Systems Technician - Aircraft Jobs

Aircraft Fuel System Technician

Yulista Contract Services LLC Regular

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Aircraft Fuel System Technician removes, repairs, inspects, installs, and modifies aircraft fuel systems including integral fuel tanks, bladder cells, and external tanks. Maintains associated hardware and equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs on aircraft fuel systems removal, repair, and installation maintenance procedures and policies.
• Diagnoses fuel system and component malfunctions. Recommends corrective actions and resolves problems using technical publications and analytic techniques.
• Performs maintenance on aircraft fuel tanks and cells.
• Removes access panels, and depuddles, purges, repairs, and tests fuel tanks and cells.
• Performs entry and maintenance in confined spaces.
• Removes, repairs, and replaces malfunctioning components.
• Prepares aircraft surfaces, and applies sealants, adhesives, and associated chemicals.
• Cleans fuel cells and tanks, and inspects for foreign objects, corrosion, cell deterioration, and fungus.
• Initiates deficiency reports, maintenance analysis documents, technical data changes, and equipment records.
• Possess knowledge in the use of and be able to train others in the use of a wide variety of diagnostics devices, computers, hand and mechanical tools.
• Provide oversight and may direct and train others in the completion of aircraft related maintenance tasks.
• Assist in the repair, inspection and maintenance of structural, mechanical and electrical elements of the aircraft.
• Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements.
• Stores, handles, and disposes of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards and company processes.
• Operates and maintains related aircraft Support Equipment (SE).
• Use automated maintenance systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, document maintenance actions, and time change database.
• Perform regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walks.
• Maintain strict tool control procedures. Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor. Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis and replace worn or broken tools.
• Comply with safety rules and regulations while performing day to day maintenance. Promptly report all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to supervisor.
• Maintain equipment records. Enter in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verify the work was performed satisfactorily.
• May include Designated System Inspector (DSI) duties.
• The Aircraft Fuel System Technician will be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• In-depth knowledge of internal hardware such as valves, interconnects, lines, gauges, controls, pumps, and other attachments.
• Strong knowledge of all sealing materials; sheet metal parts; rubber properties and organic sealing compound applications.
• Ability to read and understand all pertinent technical orders and directives as well as the proper handling, use, and disposal of hazardous waste and materials.
• Beginner to intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs. Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred.
• Must be able to utilize respirator, forced air, or other breathing equipment during the performance of assigned duties.
• Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as engineering drawings, technical documentation, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with other crew members.
• Must possess effective oral and technical written communication skills to clearly communicate information to others.
• Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, scanner, printers, etc.
• Ability to follow a process.
• Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up.
• Strong decision analysis and problem solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista goals.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to multi-task.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous Air Force Specialty Code 2A6X4 highly desirable.
• 8+ years of aircraft fuels maintenance experience with fixed wing commercial, Government or DOD aircraft required.
• Experience supporting DoD contracts.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g). EEO STATEMENT Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.