Aircraft Mechanic III (A&P LUH-72) CBA Tucson, AZ

Amentum•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft Mechanic III (LUH-72) A&P performs maintenance on helicopters, excluding repair of systems according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals and safety procedures. This role involves removing and installing aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls and their components. The mechanic will also service and lubricate aircraft and subsystems, prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks, and perform scheduled inspections and assist in performing special inspections. Additionally, the position requires performing limited maintenance operational checks, assisting in diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft subsystems using special tools and equipment, and using and performing operator maintenance on tools, special tools, and aircraft ground support equipment. The role also includes preparing forms and records related to aircraft maintenance, removing and disassembling defective parts of the aircraft, maintaining supplies, and performing preventive maintenance. The mechanic will perform additional duties as requested and adhere to company policies and safety programs with a safety-first mentality.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Must have five years aviation maintenance experience, five years rotary wing aircraft experience, and two years assigned to the MDS. All experience must be within the ten most recent years.
Valid up-to-date A&P license
Must provide own tools/toolbox. Recruiters will provide toolbox requirements to candidates upon selection.
Valid Driver’s License
Must be able to travel via assignment as assigned/applicable via the CBA/Seniority
Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI(T1) Public Trust Security Clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization to work at this facility.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems on the assigned MDS.
Advanced knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, hydraulic press machine, and those listed in the assigned MDS Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC).
Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems.
Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects
Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by aircraft mechanic.
Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day.
Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
May be required to lift/push/pull heavy objects whose weight may exceed 50 pounds.
Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications.
Will handle dirty parts and lubricants.
Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Must be able to pass a Respirator Physical and Fit Test qualification.
May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, etc.
May work in maintenance shop or outside.
Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty.
May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment.
May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts or vehicles.
May be expected to work in austere environments and all-weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired; certification of education level is required.

Responsibilities

Performs maintenance on helicopters, excluding repair of systems according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals and safety procedures.
Removes and installs aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components.
Services and lubricates aircraft and subsystems.
Prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks.
Performs scheduled inspections and assists in performing special inspections.
Performs limited maintenance operational checks and assists in diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft subsystems using special tools and equipment as required.
Uses and performs operator maintenance on tools, special tools and aircraft ground support equipment.
Prepare forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.
Removes and disassembles defective parts of the aircraft.
Maintains the supplies and perform preventive maintenance.
Performs additional duties, including maintenance duties, as requested.
Adheres to company policies and safety programs (Safety-first mentality)