Aircraft Mechanic III

Amentum•Lancaster, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft Mechanic III performs inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, servicing, and repair of assigned aircraft at Edwards. The role works with other mechanics and technical representatives to diagnose and resolve unusual or complex maintenance issues, following Technical Orders, operating procedures, Air Force Instructions, and other directives. It applies technical data and test equipment to aircraft systems at the organizational level of maintenance and supports aircraft readiness and safe-for-flight certification. The position coordinates maintenance activity with operational customers, monitors assigned work, maintains parts inventory, orders supplies through the Air Force supply system, and completes aircraft forms and maintenance-system documentation. It also supports maintenance planning and scheduling, aircraft handling operations, quality and government inspections, aircrew debriefs, and on-the-job training. The position is scheduled for second shift, starting at or around 2 p.m. Work is primarily outdoors in a high-noise environment, with occasional work in inclement weather and maintenance in low-light conditions after daylight hours. Duties involve physical activity and working on, above, and below aircraft. A Secret clearance must be obtained and maintained, and U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials or authorization at the work site.

Requirements

At least 10 years of heavy aircraft maintenance and/or hands-on flightline operations experience, including real-time troubleshooting and mission-critical aircraft turnaround in high-tempo environments.
Broad working knowledge of aircraft maintenance, inspection techniques, FAA regulations, and Air Force technical publications.
Extensive knowledge of aircraft servicing procedures, maintenance manuals, technical data, and parts catalogs, and ability to apply them accurately under operational pressure.
Demonstrated leadership ability and attention to detail.
Knowledge of the scope and limitations of different categories of maintenance and their application.
Current state driver's license.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials or authorization at the work site.
Ability to carry and lift up to 50 pounds overhead.
Ability to walk, climb, stand, stoop, stretch, and squat to move equipment, board and de-board aircraft, use ladders, and perform maintenance above and below aircraft.

Nice To Haves

Aircraft maintenance experience on KC-46 aircraft.
Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license.

Responsibilities

Follow Technical Orders, GOPs/SOPs, Air Force Instructions, and other directives identified by site management or the PWS.
Work with mechanics and technical representatives to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve unusual and complex maintenance problems.
Use logic, technical-order diagrams and procedures, and test equipment to analyze airframe, engine, flight control, pneudraulic, fuel, electrical, and electronic systems.
Plan and schedule aircraft utilization and maintenance activity, coordinating performance with the operational customer.
Maintain accurate parts inventory and order parts and equipment through the Air Force supply system, applying the appropriate urgency designators and supply discipline.
Assign maintenance and repair tasks and monitor and evaluate their completion.
Oversee and perform aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing operations.
Inspect aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment; interpret findings and determine whether corrective actions are adequate.
Oversee and perform aircraft and component inspections, including safe-for-flight inspections, and sign off aircraft as safe for flight.
Perform launch, recovery, scheduled, and unscheduled inspections and maintenance.
Conduct preflight, thru-flight, BPO, end-of-runway, post-flight, and phase inspections; perform ground handling, minor maintenance, and servicing.
Troubleshoot and maintain aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment; remove and install aircraft components.
Perform routine troubleshooting, installation, repair, and maintenance of aircraft electromechanical systems and components at the organizational level of maintenance.
Coordinate with Quality Assurance and the government to identify tasks requiring In Process Inspections or Mandatory Government Inspections and ensure the required personnel are present.
Attend local maintenance production and scheduling meetings when requested, provide aircraft status updates, and assist with scheduling maintenance activities.
Complete aircraft forms and maintenance information-system documentation accurately and as soon as practical, always before the end of the shift.
Assist in implementing the Base Emergency Management Program.
Operate vehicles on the flightline in accordance with local airfield driving requirements.
Notify the government when aircraft are crew ready within the timelines prescribed in the PWS.
Conduct aircrew debriefs.
Assist with on-the-job training for mechanics and technicians, including signing off training records.
Perform other position-related duties as assigned.