Aircraft Mechanic I (UH-60 Specialty) Helena, MT CBA

Amentum•Helena, MT

7d•$41

About The Position

The Aircraft Mechanic I (UH-60) performs helicopter maintenance in accordance with drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals, and safety procedures. The role removes and installs aircraft subsystem assemblies and components, services and lubricates aircraft and subsystems, prepares aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks, performs scheduled inspections, and assists with special inspections. The mechanic conducts limited maintenance operational checks and helps diagnose and troubleshoot aircraft subsystems using required special tools and equipment. The position also involves operator maintenance of tools and aircraft ground support equipment, preparing maintenance forms and records, removing and disassembling defective aircraft parts, maintaining supplies, and performing preventive maintenance. The mechanic may be asked to perform additional maintenance duties, must follow company policies and safety programs, and may occasionally lead teams through more complex aircraft-related tasks. Technical guidance is provided as required by a supervisor or higher-level technician. The position requires three years of aviation maintenance experience, including two years of rotary-wing aircraft experience and two years on the assigned Mission Design Series (MDS), all within the six most recent years. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI (T1) Public Trust Security Clearance and facility credentials or authorization; U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials or authorization at this facility. The employee must provide their own tools and toolbox, with the minimum tool list and toolbox compliance completed before the start date. Work may take place in a maintenance shop or outdoors, including austere environments and all-weather conditions. The job involves physical activity and may involve dirty parts and lubricants, noisy and drafty work areas, extreme equipment noise, electrical shock hazards, and proximity to moving mechanical parts or vehicles. Proper personal protective equipment is required, and the employee must pass a respirator physical and fit test.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; certification of education level is required.
Three years of aviation maintenance experience, including two years of rotary-wing aircraft experience and 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 and toolbox; minimum tool list and toolbox compliance must be completed before the start date.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI (T1) Public Trust Security Clearance and facility credentials or authorization.
U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials or authorization to work at this facility.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems on the assigned MDS.
Basic knowledge of aircraft-specific tools and equipment, including test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, hydraulic press machines, and tools listed in the assigned MDS Maintenance Allocation Chart.
Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems.
Ability to prioritize workloads to maintain project schedules.
Experience sufficient to inspect all required aeronautical maintenance performed by an aircraft mechanic.
Ability to walk and stand on level or inclined surfaces for extended periods; climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands; crouch, crawl, grasp and handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows and knees, and reach above or below the shoulders.
May be required to lift, push, or pull objects weighing more than 50 pounds.
Ability to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through email and software applications.
Must be able to pass a respirator physical and fit test qualification.
Must be able to wear proper personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

U.S. military technical school or specialized training course.
Valid, up-to-date A&P license (optional).

Responsibilities

Perform helicopter maintenance according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals, and safety procedures.
Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies and components, including engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
Service and lubricate aircraft and subsystems.
Prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks.
Perform scheduled inspections and assist with special inspections.
Perform limited maintenance operational checks and assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft subsystems using required special tools and equipment.
Use and perform operator maintenance on tools, special tools, and aircraft ground support equipment.
Prepare forms and records related to aircraft maintenance; make entries in aircraft logs and records when required.
Remove and disassemble defective aircraft parts.
Maintain supplies and perform preventive maintenance.
Perform additional maintenance duties as requested.
Follow company policies and safety programs.
Occasionally lead teams through more complex aircraft-related tasks.