Aircraft Mechanic I (Hydraulics/Pneudraulics) CBA Fort Hood, TX

Amentum•US-TX-Fort Hood-AFM West (TX967), TX

56d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft Mechanic I (Pneudraulics) maintains, modifies, and repairs hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components that actuate mechanisms or produce, control, and regulate the flow of fluids (liquids and gases), tests for and isolates malfunctions in hydraulic and pneumatic systems or components, utilizing technical manuals and schematics, and modifies, repairs or disassembles and overhauls systems or components. This role also involves applying corrosion preventative procedures, using and performing operator maintenance on ground support equipment, common and special tools, performing limited maintenance operational checks, scheduled inspections, and assisting in special inspections. The mechanic will requisition bench stock for repair of powertrain systems and subcomponents, prepare requests for turn-ins and repair parts, and prepare forms and records related to aircraft maintenance. Additionally, the role includes removing and disassembling defective parts of the aircraft, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and performing additional duties as requested, while adhering to company policies and safety programs with a safety-first mentality.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Three years aviation maintenance experience.
Two years rotary wing aircraft experience.
Two years on the assigned Mission Design Series (MDS).
All experience must be within the six most recent years.
Valid Driver’s License.
Must provide own tools/toolbox.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI(T1) Public Trust Security Clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization to work at this facility.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft powertrain systems and subsystems and repair.
Basic knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, hydraulic press machine, and those listed in the assigned MDS Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC).
Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems.
Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by an aircraft powertrain mechanic.
Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day.
Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
May be required to lift/push/pull heavy objects whose weight may exceed 50 pounds.
Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications.
Will handle dirty parts and lubricants.
Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Must be able to pass a Respirator Physical and Fit Test qualification.
May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, etc.
May work in maintenance shop or outside.
Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty.
May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment.
May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts or vehicles.
May be expected to work in austere environments and all-weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired.
Certification of education level is required.
Valid up-to-date A&P license (optional).

Responsibilities

Maintains, modifies, and repairs hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components.
Tests for and isolates malfunctions in hydraulic and pneumatic systems or components.
Modifies, repairs, disassembles, and overhauls systems or components.
Adjusts Flight Controls (UH-60) and Integrated Lower Control Actuator (ILCA) (CH-47).
Fabricates Metal Tubing and Teflon Hose Assemblies.
Maintains Hydraulic Pump (CH-47), Aviation Ground Power Unit (AGPU), Generic Aviation Nitrogen Generator (GANG), and Hose Tester.
Operates Aviation Ground Power Unit (APGU) and Portable Hydraulic Purification System.
Performs Bleeding Procedures on Flight Control Hydraulics Systems (CH-47) and Utility Hydraulics System (CH-47).
Performs Purification of Hydraulic System (CH-47).
Services Nitrogen Bottles using the Generic Aviation Nitrogen Generator (GANG).
Repairs Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Start Module Accumulator (CH-47), Bleed Air Shutoff Valve (UH-60), Hydraulic Reservoir Cooler (CH-47), Hydraulic System Fill Module (CH-47), Integrated Lower Control Actuator (ILCA) (CH-47), Landing Gear Brakes (CH-47), Main Landing Gear Shock Struts (UH-60), Main Landing Gear Wheel Brake (UH-60), Main Rotor Damper (UH-60), Parking Brake Valve Assembly, and Tail Landing Gear Shock Strut (UH-60).
Repairs Tubing using Perma-swage Method.
Replaces (CH-47) Rosan Adapters, Pitch Trim Assembly Stability Augmentation System (SAS) Servo Valve (UH-60), and Stability Augmentation System (SAS) Actuator (UH-60).
Troubleshoots Pilot Assist Module (UH-60).
Applies corrosion preventative procedures.
Uses and performs operator maintenance on ground support equipment, common and special tools.
Performs limited maintenance operational checks.
Performs scheduled inspections and assists in performing special inspections.
Requisitions bench stock for repair of powertrain systems and subcomponents.
Prepares request for turn ins and repair parts and powertrain components.
Prepares forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.
Removes and disassembles defective parts of the aircraft.
Maintains the supplies and performs preventive maintenance.
Performs additional duties, including maintenance duties, as requested.
Adheres to company policies and safety programs (Safety-first mentality).