AIRCRAFT MECHANIC I AIRFRAMES

Kay and Associates, Inc.•Kaneohe, HI
•$43 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft Mechanic I Airframes provides organizational-level aircraft maintenance and corrosion abatement on MV-22 series aircraft in accordance with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP), applicable technical data, and federal contract requirements. This is a junior-level aircraft mechanic position supporting contract maintenance at MAG-24 (MV-22) in Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. The position is full-time and onsite, requires a Tier 3 clearance and CAC, and is contingent upon contract award, funding, background investigation, and clearance eligibility.

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of airframe aviation maintenance experience.
  • Must be able to work day, swing, mid, or weekend shifts as required.
  • Must obtain CDI qualification within 90 days of start.
  • Must meet qualification requirements in accordance with Performance Work Statement timelines.
  • Tier 3 clearance required.
  • Must have a CAC.
  • 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.

Nice To Haves

  • At least 3 years of MV-22 or similar aircraft maintenance experience.
  • Engine run qualification.
  • Former CDI/CDQAR qualification.
  • Former Safe for Flight qualification.

Responsibilities

  • Perform complex aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and modifications.
  • Document maintenance actions in aircraft logs and approved maintenance systems in accordance with NAMP requirements.
  • May lead and provide technical guidance to lower-level mechanics.
  • Ensure compliance with Tool Control, FOD, safety, and quality programs.
  • Perform general aircraft maintenance, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
  • Perform flight line operations and functions.
  • Operate and inspect support equipment.
  • Move aircraft.
  • Perform corrosion control and spot treatment.
  • Perform preservation and de-preservation.
  • Handle ordnance.
  • Ensure technical directive compliance and perform modifications.
  • Perform and inspect airframe, flight control, hydraulic, pneumatic, and landing gear systems.
  • Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and directives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Basic life insurance
  • Enrollment in KAI’s 401k plan
  • A minimum of eleven paid holidays
  • Vacation/PTO in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement
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