The Aircraft Mechanic I (Electrician - CH-47) inspects and performs electrical maintenance on aircraft electrical systems and components according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals and safety procedures. This role involves installing, removing, inspecting, testing, adjusting, or repairing avionics equipment such as radar, radio, and navigation systems in aircraft. The mechanic will also install and repair electrical wiring and/or cable on aircraft, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair malfunctions in electrical and electronic components, including solid state and transistorized subsystems, and repair aircraft instrument systems. The position requires applying principles of electricity/electronics, hydrostatic motion, pneumatics and hydraulics applicable to repair aircraft instrument systems. Additionally, the role involves removing, installing, repairing, adjusting and testing electrical/electronic elements of assemblies and components, cleaning, preserving and storing electrical/electronic components and aircraft instruments, and removing, repairing, servicing, installing, and troubleshooting nickel cadmium batteries. The mechanic will use and perform operator maintenance on tools, special tools and aircraft ground support equipment, and remove, replace, service, prepare, preserve, clean and store electrical assemblies or components. Disassembly, repair, reassembly, adjustment, and diagnostic testing of electrical systems, subsystems and components according to directives are also key responsibilities. The role includes safely preparing aircraft for inspections, performing limited maintenance operational checks, performing scheduled inspections and assisting in performing special inspections. Requisitioning bench stock for repair of electrical systems and subcomponents, preparing requests for turn-ins and repair parts and electrical components, and preparing forms and records related to aircraft maintenance are also part of the job. The mechanic will maintain supplies and perform preventive maintenance, and perform additional duties, including maintenance duties, as requested. Adherence to company policies and safety programs (Safety-first mentality) is expected.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED