Aircraft Mechanic I (Disassembly) - Night Shift

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

106d • 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 position supports the Program Depot Maintenance (PDM) process for MH-65 aircraft, during which aircraft are disassembled, cleaned, repaired, repainted, and rebuilt. The role may also support overhauls and repairs for other government aircraft and components.

The position primarily conducts aircraft disassembly and prepares aircraft for blasting, routes required parts, and performs other aircraft mechanical duties when disassembly work is complete. Duties also include maintaining, repairing, inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and adjusting aircraft airframe, mechanical, fuel, and hydraulic systems and components. Work may include flight-line maintenance, functional testing, post-assembly checkout, and correcting deficiencies identified during functional flights. The mechanic follows assigned work orders and technical guidance, maintains tools and a safe work area, and may handle hazardous materials and waste.

This is a full-time night-shift position in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Pay is $46.68 per hour, plus a $1.25-per-hour night-shift premium.

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, complex assemblies, and interrelated aircraft systems.
• Ability to rig, function-test, and troubleshoot aircraft systems; determine whether systems operate properly and identify needed repairs, replacements, adjustments, or 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 interpret cockpit instruments and gauges.
• Knowledge of supply procedures for initiating parts and supply requisitions and of publication-order systems 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 related trade or administrative documents.
• Ability to use USCG data systems such as TMAPS, or similar systems, for research.
• Technical capability or experience with aircraft, airframes, components, and substructures, including maintenance of primary, secondary, and tertiary structures and assistance with PDM of USCG aviation assets.
• High school diploma or equivalent, unless higher education is required for a particular job category.
• Fluent ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Basic computer skills sufficient to search the internet and prepare or edit word-processing or spreadsheet documents.
• Ability to perform prolonged physical activities including reaching, bending, walking, pulling, sitting, standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, and stretching.
• Ability to work in cramped, awkward, and strained positions and climb ladders, work platforms, scaffolding, and aircraft structures.
• Ability to lift and carry items as required; the description specifies frequent lifting up to 20 pounds, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds with mechanical devices or assistance, and carrying items up to 40 pounds, seeking assistance or lifting devices for heavier items.
• Ability to work in regulated areas with toxic materials, including hexavalent chromium and cadmium, and use required PPE.
• Knowledge of and ability to follow trade safety procedures and hazardous-material and hazardous-waste procedures, including proper use of protective gear and completion of related training.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct the aircraft disassembly phase of the PDM process and prepare the aircraft for blasting within six workdays of receipt.
• Route required parts during disassembly and complete routing no later than nine workdays after receipt of the aircraft.
• Perform other aircraft mechanical duties for the SRR Product Line and/or throughout ALC when disassembly work is complete and before another aircraft is received.
• 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 and correct deficiencies found on functional flights.
• Follow assigned work orders.
• Review technical guides for current changes and report errors or confusing information to the COR.
• Demonstrate or explain proper techniques, operating methods, and safety practices; observe performance and work with employees or supervisors to resolve problems.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; clean, lubricate, and maintain tools and equipment.
• Transport, store, or use hazardous materials and wastes as operations require.
• Complete other aircraft maintenance duties as required, working independently and completing repairs and modifications in a timely manner with minimal rework or discrepancies.

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 to the CBA.
• Any additional benefits described in the CBA.

What This Job Offers

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