Aircraft Mechanic III / Maintenance Control (NAMCE)

Amentum•Lemoore, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Works as a Safe-For-Flight (SFF) qualified mechanic. Services, repairs and overhauls aircraft to ensure airworthiness. Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures of moderate difficulty, such as wings, fuselage, surface controls and functional components to include rigging, plumbing and hydraulic units utilizing hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet guns and drills. Reads and interprets manufacturer’s publications, maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. Inspects aircraft components for fluid leaks, cracks, and other damage. Troubleshoot, remove, replace, and repair aircraft structural and hydraulic system components. Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft systems. As required by site management, be certified as a CDI. Shall be able to correctly prioritize workload to maintain schedules and maintenance standards on assigned projects. The candidate is required to maintain and service the F/A-18 aircraft systems/components as required and in accordance with applicable publications and governing instructions. Applies technical knowledge of aircraft system principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skill in restoring equipment operation, evaluates performance and reliability of prototype or production mods, and recommends changes to installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance. The Aircraft Mechanic III applies technical knowledge to solve aircraft system problems by interpreting manufacturer’s manuals or similar documents. Required to be qualified on and work with some ground support equipment, special calibration equipment, special tools and all related maintenance manuals, maintenance requirement cards, parts breakdown manuals, technical directives, diagrams, schematics, blueprints and drawings. Member will work on all aircraft systems beyond the Aircraft Mechanic III field of expertise the member will work as a general Aircraft Mechanic III.

Requirements

Must have ten (10) years’ O-level aircraft system maintenance experience.
Five (5) of those years must be Qualified Safe For Flight and or Quality Assurance Supervisor experience on FA/EA-18’s.
Knowledge and use of special tools/equipment required to perform assigned maintenance tasks is mandatory.
Shift work is required.
High School graduate or equivalent.
Navy Aviation Class A School (or military equivalent) for applied rate or possess a valid A&P license and recent aviation maintenance experience.
Must complete SFF qualification syllabus and all qualifications to obtain SFF within 30 days of employment.
Obtain any additional qualifications or license required to maintain aircraft and qualifications.
Must be physically able to perform all assigned duties and able to lift 50lbs.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
You may be required to qualify in additional certifications such as Low Power Engine Turn-Up Operator (LPT), High Power Engine Turn-Up Operator (HPT), Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR), and/or Plane Captain.
Must have completed CNATTU course C-555-0053.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tier 3 US Government Clearance.
US Citizenship is required to obtain a Tier 3 Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Airframes: F/A – 18 E/F/G

Responsibilities

Works as a Safe-For-Flight (SFF) qualified mechanic.
Services, repairs and overhauls aircraft to ensure airworthiness.
Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures of moderate difficulty, such as wings, fuselage, surface controls and functional components to include rigging, plumbing and hydraulic units.
Reads and interprets manufacturer’s publications, maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications.
Inspects aircraft components for fluid leaks, cracks, and other damage.
Troubleshoots, removes, replaces, and repairs aircraft structural and hydraulic system components.
Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft systems.
Be certified as a CDI as required by site management.
Correctly prioritize workload to maintain schedules and maintenance standards on assigned projects.
Maintain and service the F/A-18 aircraft systems/components as required and in accordance with applicable publications and governing instructions.
Applies technical knowledge of aircraft system principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skill in restoring equipment operation.
Evaluates performance and reliability of prototype or production mods, and recommends changes to installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance.
Applies technical knowledge to solve aircraft system problems by interpreting manufacturer’s manuals or similar documents.
Work with ground support equipment, special calibration equipment, special tools and all related maintenance manuals, maintenance requirement cards, parts breakdown manuals, technical directives, diagrams, schematics, blueprints and drawings.
Work on all aircraft systems beyond the Aircraft Mechanic III field of expertise.
Inspect and maintain all company and customer assets, including all assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), in accordance with applicable directives, and ensure that those assets are utilized in a safe, effective and efficient manner.
Participate in the investigation of any injury and/or the resolution of any problems in quality or performance that may hinder production or be detrimental to the program.
Participate in the training and qualification of new personnel.
Promote communication to enhance and encourage employee awareness of accident prevention, quality of work, and environmental compliance.
Promote positive communication with all site departments, company management, and our customers to ensure the proper execution of our contract.
Participate in required daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual training and ensure that it is documented in a timely manner.
Complete initial attendance sheet daily, verifying your start time and proper accounting of all assigned PPE.