Aircraft Mechanic I (Ordnance)

System Studies and Simulation, Inc.•Fort Worth, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Global Logistics Support Services (GLSS), a wholly owned subsidiary of System Studies and Simulation, Inc., is hiring an Aircraft Mechanic I (Ordnance) at NAS JRB in Fort Worth, Texas. The mechanic performs and documents aircraft ordnance handling and general maintenance actions of moderate difficulty to support assigned missions. The role includes repairing and maintaining aircraft and engines, troubleshooting malfunctions, servicing aircraft, and ensuring work is recorded and completed satisfactorily. The position may require Federal Aviation Administration licensing and may involve specialization in sheet metal, electrical work, avionics, or other aircraft systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two or more years of experience maintaining fighter jet aircraft at the organizational, intermediate, or depot level.
Active, current DOW Secret clearance.
A combination of experience sufficient to safely handle aircraft ordnance and perform aircraft maintenance functions of moderate difficulty.
May be required to hold a Federal Aviation Administration license.
May require specialization in sheet metal, electrical work, avionics, or other aircraft-systems disciplines.

Nice To Haves

Military experience is a plus.
Graduate of a Navy Aircraft Ordnance (AO) Program is highly desirable.
Two or more years of experience maintaining F-18E/F aircraft ordnance and systems is highly desirable.
Two or more years of experience in a Navy Aircraft Ordnance (AO) skill set is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Perform and document ordnance handling and general aircraft maintenance actions of moderate difficulty.
Make aircraft repairs under the direction of higher-graded workers.
Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structures, landing gear, flight surfaces, controls, and other systems.
Rebuild aircraft structures and functional components, including wings, fuselage, rigging, surface controls, plumbing, and hydraulic units.
Use hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment to perform repairs.
Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical and engineering data, and other specifications to determine repair or replacement methods.
Repair or replace worn or damaged components, including engine and fuel-system components, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
Remove, disassemble, inspect, repair or replace parts, reassemble, and reinstall aircraft engines.
Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring systems and aircraft 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 aircraft jacking and towing.
Enter descriptions of work performed in maintenance records and verify that work was performed satisfactorily.
Service engines and airframe components at line stations and make repairs short of overhaul to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
Repair and modify structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, including engine repairs.