Aircraft Mechanic I (Back-Shop/Fuel Cell Shop) - Day Shift

Innovative Consulting & Management Services, LLC • Elizabeth City, NC

115d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft Mechanic I provides aircraft maintenance services to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center (ALC), for the Short-Range Recovery (SRR) Division. The work supports the Coast Guard’s program depot maintenance (PDM) process, in which aircraft are disassembled, cleaned, inspected, repaired, repainted, and reassembled. The position may also support overhauls and repairs of other government aircraft and components.

The mechanic supports PDM assembly and performs mechanical maintenance throughout the SRR Product Line and ALC, with assignments determined by operational priorities. Work includes maintenance and repair of aircraft mechanical, fuel, and hydraulic systems; flight-line maintenance and functional testing; troubleshooting; and post-assembly checkout and adjustment. The role also involves following work orders, consulting technical publications, reporting documentation issues, demonstrating safe work methods, maintaining tools and a clean work area, and working with hazardous materials when required. The position is full-time, day shift, at 1664 Weeksville Road, Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The stated pay rate is $46.68 per hour.

Requirements

• At least two years of aircraft-related mechanical experience or an Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) certificate.
• Ability to demonstrate work methods and techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft parts, components, and complex assemblies, and the ability to rig, function-test, and troubleshoot systems and determine required repairs, replacements, adjustments, and alignment.
• Knowledge of the makeup, operation, installation, and adjustment of aircraft systems and assemblies, including fuel and hydraulic systems, flight controls, instrumentation, engines, landing gear, airframes, and control surfaces.
• Skill in using standard and specialized trade tools and equipment, including fixtures, templates, scales, test stands, and external power sources.
• Ability to read and understand data and settings from cockpit instruments and gauges.
• Knowledge of supply procedures for requisitioning parts and supplies, and of publication-order procedures for obtaining current technical manuals and proposing publication changes when discrepancies are found.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply technical manuals, technical orders, blueprints, sketches, and other trade or administrative documents.
• Ability to work in regulated areas where toxic materials, including hexavalent chromium and cadmium, are present, using required PPE.
• Knowledge of trade safety procedures and hazardous-material and hazardous-waste procedures, including proper use of protective gear and completion of related training.
• Technical capability or experience with aircraft, airframes, components, and substructures, including maintenance of primary, secondary, and tertiary structures.
• Technical capability to assist with PDM of U.S. Coast Guard aviation assets.
• Ability to research using USCG data systems such as TMAPS or similar systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent, unless higher education is required for the job category.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Basic computer skills sufficient to conduct internet searches and prepare or edit documents using word-processing or spreadsheet applications.
• Capability to use cumbersome PPE during HAZMAT operations.
• Ability to perform prolonged physical tasks including reaching, bending, walking, pulling, sitting, standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, and stretching.
• Frequently lift parts and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds; occasionally lift and carry items up to 50 pounds with mechanical lifting devices or assistance when required.
• Ability to carry items up to 40 pounds and seek assistance or use weightlifting devices for heavier items.
• Ability to work in cramped, awkward, or strained positions and climb ladders, work platforms, scaffolding, and aircraft structures.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with OEM manuals or similar publications and the ability to research maintenance history, procedures, and component limitations.
• Technical capability to address aircraft upgrades and aging-aircraft sustainment issues, including new component integration and development of repair or replacement strategies for airframes, components, or substructures.

Responsibilities

• Support the PDM assembly phase, including disassembly, breakdown, cleaning, inspection, evaluation, buildup, and assembly of related components, parts, and assemblies.
• Perform mechanical duties throughout the SRR Product Line and ALC, with assignments based on operational priorities and not limited to a particular aircraft or hangar area.
• Repair and maintain aircraft mechanical, fuel, and hydraulic systems.
• Perform flight-line maintenance on assigned and transient operational aircraft, including functional testing, troubleshooting, and repair of airframe mechanical systems.
• Perform post-assembly checkout, adjustment, and repair of overhauled or modified aircraft, including correcting deficiencies identified during functional flights.
• Follow assigned work orders.
• Review technical guides for current changes and report errors or unclear information to the COR.
• Demonstrate or explain proper techniques, methods of operation, and safety practices; observe performance and help resolve problems with employees, leaders, or supervisors.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; clean, lubricate, and maintain tools and equipment.
• Transport, store, or use hazardous wastes and materials when required for operations.
• Complete repairs and modifications independently and in a timely manner, with minimal rework or discrepancies.
• Perform other aircraft maintenance duties as required.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits as covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 75% covered by the employer, or an opt-out option.
• Short-term disability.
• Voluntary life insurance available for purchase.
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching program.
• Sick and vacation leave based on seniority and aligned with the CBA.
• Additional benefits as described in the CBA.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED