Aircraft Mechanic II (F-18)

Tyonek Native Corporation • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is job is at a Depot Level repair facility maintenance on types of aircraft, which include, but not limited to AV-8, C-130, C-2, E-2, EA-6B, F/A-18, H-1, H-53, H-60, MQ-8, P-3, P-8, T-34, F-35 and V-22. Military Intermediate level experience is a plus.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years of aircraft mechanic experience
• Must provide own tools as required
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must have or be able to obtain a secret clearance.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.
• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Must be able to walk, stand, crawl, kneel and bend on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp, pull over hand, push, reach or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• May be required to lift up to 44 pounds and heavy, moderate carrying up to 44 pounds.
• May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
• Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales with or without corrective lens.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to distinguish color, shades of color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, APU, crane, truck, tractor, etc.
• Work in an inside/outside environment to include working around machinery, objects, vehicles, ladders, and scaffolds.
• Excessive noise and vibration that can be intermittent or constant.
• Environmental conditions can included but not limited to dust, silica, asbestos, fumes, smoke, gas, solvents such as degreasing agents, grease, oils, and electrical energy
• Working on slippery or uneven surfaces
• Working closely with others or working alone
• Possible protracted or irregular hours of work as needed or required.

Nice To Haves

• A&P license not required but a plus
• F-16 or F-18 experience preferred.
• Prefer experience from military fixed wing community or civilian heavy structure background
• Experience in heavy structure U.S. Military or related FAA or civil aviation
• Must have Military, Intermediate and/or DEPOT level maintenance experience

Responsibilities

• Reviews blueprints, schematics, and safety procedures while complying with engineering specifications and maintenance instructions utilizing NDMS CONOPS systems.
• Disassemble, repair, rework and complete overhaul of various components such as Tire/Wheel assemblies, Brake systems, landing gear, shock absorbers, arresting gear to include tail hooks and launch bars.
• Repair engine mounts, wing support structures and various aircraft mechanisms.
• Rig, adjust, and calibrate aircraft slings and other support equipment for all aircraft platforms.
• Assist Engineers with component discrepancies and investigations.
• Performs final testing and certification of assemblies using hydraulic test bench equipment and associated support equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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