Aircraft Mechanic III - Structures and General Maintenance

Tyonek Native Corporation•Kiln, MS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance for rotary and fixed wing programs, emphasizing structures, sheet metal and composite repairs, daily inspections, servicing, preservation and de-preservation. Troubleshoots discrepancies, documents work, supports ground operations and guides junior technicians.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and documented military/civilian aircraft maintenance training
Minimum seven (7) years of aircraft maintenance experience, including hands-on structural/sheet metal repair, aircraft inspections and mechanical troubleshooting.
Working knowledge of composite repairs, corrosion control, calibrated measuring tools, maintenance records and approved technical data.
Ability to work independently, follow inspection requirements and guide junior personnel.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Technical school graduation or associate degree preferred.
FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate
Previous F/A-18E/F engine turn operator qualification.
U.S. Navy aircraft experience
Previous CDI, CDQAR or Plane Captain qualification
Modification team leadership or ordnance-handling experience.

Responsibilities

Perform daily, pre-flight, thru-flight, post-flight, periodic and special inspections using applicable technical data; document and report discrepancies.
Inspect structures, skins, panels, fairings and attachments for cracks, corrosion, deformation and delamination; coordinate engineering or NDI evaluation when required.
Remove, repair, fabricate, fit and install sheet metal parts and structural components using approved repair data, drawings and work instructions.
Perform close-tolerance drilling, reaming, countersinking, riveting and fastener installation while maintaining dimensional accuracy and structural integrity.
Perform approved composite repairs, including surface preparation, damage removal, layup, bonding, curing and finishing, within qualifications and authorization.
Perform corrosion removal, sealing, coating, painting, preservation and de-preservation in accordance with technical guidance.
Troubleshoot, remove, install, service and check mechanical systems, flight controls, hydraulic/pneumatic components and powerplant accessories.
Interpret current technical manuals, IETMs and engineering drawings; assist in developing maintenance work instructions.
Complete maintenance records, discrepancy logs and signoffs; perform authorized in-process checks and coordinate Quality inspections and hold points.
Maintain tool accountability, calibration compliance, FOD prevention and clean-as-you-go practices; inspect and safely use tooling, stands and ground support equipment.
Support towing, parking, flightline servicing and aircraft delivery.
When qualified and authorized, perform F/A-18E/F engine ground runs and maintain required currency.
Guide junior technicians, support team leads and report task status.
Travel of up to 20% may be required.
Other duties as assigned.