Aircraft Mechanic III – CDI/QASO

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology, Inc.•Fort Worth, TX

2d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

This position is awaiting contract award. The Aircraft Mechanic III – CDI/QASO performs and inspects organizational-level maintenance on F/A-18 Hornet aircraft, providing senior technical leadership. In this dual-qualified role, you act as a Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) and Quality Assurance Safety Observer (QASO), holding final signature authority for repairs and explosive handling compliance per NAMP standards.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of aircraft maintenance experience with F/A-18 or similar military jets.
Prior formal qualification as a CDI and QASO with capability to re-qualify.
Expert understanding of NAMP protocols, technical publications, and explosive safety.
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Lift components up to 50 pounds.
Work in confined spaces and endure physical maneuvering like bending, kneeling, and working overhead.
Climb ladders and stands up to 40 feet.
Tolerate extreme outdoor weather conditions on the flight line.
Must be US Citizen to apply

Responsibilities

Supervise teams performing phase inspections and repairs across F/A-18 variants, mentoring junior mechanics.
Diagnose complex malfunctions using technical manuals and schematics.
Coordinate aircraft serviceability status with Quality Assurance and Maintenance Control.
Conduct final inspections to verify proper mechanical alignments and component installations.
Sign off on logbooks and safe-for-flight documentation.
Perform independent quality checks on critical flight controls and structural repairs.
Monitor weapons loading and flight line explosive handling as a certified QASO.
Halt operations immediately upon identifying safety deviations.
Enforce compliance with the Explosive Handling Qualification and Certification Program.