Aircraft Mechanic II

Aircraft Mechanic II

Aircraft Mechanics II must have a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, and structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, required to meet the assigned missions. Additionally provides input to Maintenance Engineering Changes (MEC), Estimated Cost of Damage preparation (ECOD) and assist in the recommendation of changes to (MWO). Individuals must be able to prioritize workloads and are required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks. Mechanic IIs can inspect Mechanic IIs and Is.

This mechanic maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty, maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components, applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation, and applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals.

Must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts, requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair, must have basic knowledge of electrical theory, must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers.

This job requires working knowledge of technical publications. The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records. Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects. May require specialization in sheet-metal, electric work, avionics or other aircraft systems related disciplines.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform I-Level maintenance, inspection, repair, modification, and functional testing of aircraft flight equipment and life-support systems
• Troubleshoot and isolate equipment malfunctions and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintain and service oxygen, gas, survival, and flight equipment systems.
• Interpret and apply technical manuals, drawings, specifications, and manufacturer maintenance instructions.
• Use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring devices, test equipment, and specialized aviation maintenance tools.
• Inspect completed work to verify quality, functionality, and compliance with approved technical data.
• Maintain accurate aircraft, equipment, maintenance, inspection, and computerized records.
• Maintain accountability of tools, test equipment, materials, and assigned assets.
• Support Quality Assurance, safety, risk assessment, and hazard mitigation requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to lower-level technicians.
• Prioritize workload to support aircraft readiness and maintenance schedules.

Required Qualifications

• Intermediate-Level (I-Level) maintenance experience required.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft flight equipment, life-support, and survival systems.
• Experience with oxygen and gas system handling and servicing.
• Proficiency in technical manual interpretation, troubleshooting, inspection, and repair.
• Experience using precision tools, gauges, test equipment, and specialized aviation maintenance equipment.
• Strong documentation, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and provide technical direction to other technicians.

Safety & Quality

• The technician is responsible for maintaining strict compliance with approved technical data, quality standards, safety procedures, tool control, FOD prevention, risk management, and all applicable maintenance requirements.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years aviation experience
• High school diploma or equivalent General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• U.S Citizen and must pass a background check and be able to obtain and maintain a Common access card (CAC).
• Must be able to meet any Government/Company licensing/qualification requirements for the position.
• Must have knowledge of the proper use of hand tools in aircraft maintenance.
• Able to read and write, and interpret and comply with aircraft maintenance procedures, manuals, specifications, and directives, guides and forms used on the job.
• Must be able to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, technical manuals, and use measuring instruments, gauges, tools, and test equipment.
• Must show proficiency in the use of OOMA after assignment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and maneuver 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass fit for work physical and/or drug test as required.
• Must be able to work in areas that require awkward posturing, bending, kneeling, squatting, to include working overhead.
• Must be able to work at height in the hangar and on the flightline.
• Must be able to man and perform Flightline Extinguisher duties.
• If required must be able to pass a DOT physical and operate Powered Industrial Trucks.
• If required must be able to pass a respiratory physical and wear a respirator for 2 - 4 hours.
• If required must be able to perform confined space activities.
• Travel may be required.

All candidates must be a U.S. Citizen to apply

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.