AIRCRAFT MECHANIC II (AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL MAINTENANCE MECHANIC)

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC II (AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL MAINTENANCE MECHANIC) (23022)

Specialty: Airframes / Structures


Location: Ellsworth AFB 28th MXG, SD
Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Clearance: Secret | CAC required

Summary

Provides support of Organizational, Intermediate, and Depot (OID) level maintenance functions to facilitate comprehensive aviation maintenance in support of B-1B maintenance at Ellsworth AFB in accordance with the Air Force Aviation Maintenance Programs, applicable technical data, and federal contract requirements.


Mid-level aircraft mechanic supporting B-1B OID maintenance operations.

Essential Functions

• 800 hour, 400 hour, and 200 hour Phase Inspections; Hourly Post Flight Inspections (HPOs); Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO); one time inspection (OTI), and time change item (TCI) replacement.
• Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance including repair of delayed discrepancies on the B-1 aircraft's structural, avionics, hydraulic, electrical, and propulsion, flight control, landing gear systems
• Install Depot-level TCTOs, T1, and T2 Mods
• Inspect and repair structural components, both on and off, the aircraft utilizing metal, plastic, and advanced composite materials within the scope and qualification
• Aircraft wash and corrosion control operations on the B-1 aircraft's structural, avionics, hydraulic, electrical, and propulsion systems.
• Provide flight line operations support including aircraft tows, pre/post-flights, aircraft servicing, engine runs, and flight line support
• Compliance with applicable aircraft technical data (Work Cards, Job Guides, Technical Orders, etc. ...) and/or other pertinent instructions such as but not limited to Engineering Technical Assistance Requests (ETARs) and local MXG instructions
• Correct utilization of all applicable technical documentation in the performance of all tasks and document discrepancies identified, parts ordered and maintenance tasks completed in Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS).
• Troubleshoot, remove/install, and transport to/from aircraft as required, classified Line Replaceable Units (LRUs)/components IAW established procedures.

Duties

• Perform complex aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repair, and modification
• Document maintenance actions in aircraft logs and approved maintenance systems
• May lead and provide technical guidance to lower-level mechanics
• Ensure compliance with Tool Control, FOD, safety, and quality programs
• Perform and inspect airframe, flight control, hydraulic, pneumatic, and landing gear systems maintenance
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and directives
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft systems

• Document maintenance actions per Air Force requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• FAA A&P certificate or military equivalent, 3-5 years experience, ability to perform depot-level maintenance, completion of military aircraft familiarization training
• 4+ years B-1B or similar aircraft maintenance experience preferred.
• Must be able to work, day, swing or mid shift as required
• Secret clearance required

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting up to 50 lbs., standing and walking for extended periods, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in confined or elevated spaces. Requires sufficient manual dexterity and vision to use tools and inspect aircraft systems. Must be able to work in high-noise environments, wear required PPE, and work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Compensation

• $41.69/hour

Benefits:
Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in KAI's 401k plan. Employees who opt out of group health insurance receive $4.90/hour paid up to 40 hours per week. Employees have a minimum of eleven paid holidays. Vacation/PTO IAW with applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Labor Relations Notice:
The Company respects employee rights under applicable labor laws. Nothing in this posting interferes with lawful collective activity.

Contract Contingency:
Employment is contingent upon contract award, funding, background investigation, and clearance eligibility.

EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Veterans. No retaliation for protected activity.