Aircraft Mechanic II (fuel Cell) (CBA)

Amentum•Andrews AFB, MD

3d•$51•Onsite

About The Position

The Fuel Cell Aircraft Mechanic II is responsible for support of highly sensitive HQ USAF operational plans and safe air transportation for Cabinet Members, senior military leaders, and visiting foreign dignitaries. This role involves inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, overhauling, and modifying fuel systems. Essential duties include draining fuel from tanks and cells, performing purge operations, removing and reinstalling components, and cleaning fuel cells. The mechanic will monitor the need for sealants and seals, inspect and repair aircraft fuel systems, and manage bench stock, shop stock, and Composite Tool Kits (CTK's). The position requires performing on and off equipment maintenance using maintenance instructions and technical data, providing specialized knowledge for difficult and major repairs, and documenting discrepancies in applicable forms and maintenance information systems. Ordering materials and supplies, ensuring compliance with safety, housekeeping, tool control, and FOD prevention programs are also key responsibilities. The role may require working various shifts (day, second, third, and/or weekend) and performing additional work center duties with provided training. Travel, including TDY, and maintaining training requirements are necessary.

Requirements

A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.
Must have a strong working knowledge of fuel systems maintenance procedures and completion of fuel systems specialized courses are required.
A working knowledge of procedures for handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials is required.
Must be able to obtain and flightline driver’s license.
The ability to read and interpret data is required.
Must meet physical requirements, occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds is required.
Must possess effective communication abilities both verbally and in writing.
A FAA Airframe Certificate/ License is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
US Citizenship is required to obtain the clearance.
Must be able to obtain & maintain a flightline driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Working with fuels, oils, lubricants, chemical cleaners, and solutions is preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul and modify fuel systems.
Drain fuel from tanks and cells.
Perform purge operations on cells and tanks.
Removes, reassembles, and installs components.
Cleans and inspect fuel cells.
Monitors the need for sealants and necessary seals for mission support.
Inspect and repair aircraft fuel systems.
Monitor bench stock, shop stock and Composite Tool Kits (CTK's).
Perform on and off equipment maintenance, as required.
Uses maintenance instructions and technical data for inspections and maintenance in the repair of aircraft.
Provides the specialized knowledge to accomplish difficult repairs and perform major repairs, as needed.
Document discrepancies in the applicable form(s) and inputs data in Maintenance Information Systems.
Orders materials and supplies, as required.
Ensures compliance with applicable safety, housekeeping, tool control, and FOD prevention programs.
May be tasked to perform work center additional duties with provided training.
Shall perform other duties within classification.
Must be able to travel to include TDY.
Must maintain training requirements.