Aircraft Mechanic I

System Studies and Simulation, Inc.•Norfolk, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Global Logistics Support Services, Incorporated (GLSS), a wholly owned subsidiary of System Studies and Simulation, Inc. (S3), is hiring an Aircraft Mechanic I to support operations at NAS Norfolk, Virginia. The position performs moderate-difficulty aircraft maintenance and repairs across engines, sheet metal, structures, hydraulics, electrical systems, power trains, and general mechanical components. The mechanic troubleshoots aircraft systems and follows direction from higher-graded workers, helping keep aircraft in safe operating condition and ready for assigned missions. Work includes repairing and replacing aircraft structures and functional components; maintaining and repairing engines and airframe systems; performing preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections; servicing aircraft; and documenting completed work in maintenance records. The mechanic uses technical manuals, specifications, hand tools, power tools, machines, and testing equipment. Military experience is a plus. GLSS is AS9100- and ISO 9001-certified by NSF-ISR.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Active DOW Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a Military Service Aircraft Maintenance Program or an A&P License is highly desired.
MH-60S maintenance experience is highly desired.
Military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structures, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engine, auxiliary power unit, ventilation, and heating systems.
Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, flight-surface controls, plumbing, and hydraulic units.
Use hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet-metal brakes, welding equipment, rivet guns, and drills.
Read and interpret manufacturers’ and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical and engineering data, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repair or replacement.
Repair or replace worn or damaged engine components, including carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, engine-mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
Remove engines using a hoist or forklift truck; disassemble and inspect parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects; repair or replace defective parts; and reassemble and install engines.
Adjust, repair, or replace aircraft electrical wiring systems and accessories.
Perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections.
Service aircraft, including flushing crankcases, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
Supervise the jacking and towing of aircraft.
Record work performed in maintenance records and verify that work is completed to satisfactory standards.
Service engines and airframe components at a line station and perform repairs short of overhaul.
Maintain aircraft in safe operating condition, specializing in structural repair and modification, precision and functional spare parts and assemblies, or engine repair.