Aircraft Mechanic III - Ordnance Leadman QASO (FA-18)

V2X•Ridgecrest, CA

About The Position

The Aircraft Mechanic III Ordnance Leadman maintains and services aircraft armament equipment, uploads and downloads ordnance stores and devices, and performs required systems tests and checks in support of the squadron. Work is performed at the organizational-level (O-Level) on assigned aircraft. The position functions as an assistant ordnance crew leader and certified Quality Assurance Safety Observer (QASO), ensuring operations are performed safely and correctly in support of research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) programs. The employee must become qualified or certified and maintain qualifications and currency on all T/M/S aircraft assigned to VX-31. The role involves routine lifting beyond OSHA standards. Ordnance loading requires team lifts of items weighing up to 167 pounds of load share per team member, in accordance with standard U.S. Navy procedures. The employee must be available to work any shift, and travel may be required.

Requirements

Ten years of experience supervising the loading and arming of all types of conventional ordnance on aircraft, including three years within the last 10 years on similar type aircraft as a T/M load team member.
Must be certifiable to adhere to conventional and experimental ordnance aviation ordnance loading requirements.
Must have been designated a CDI for applicable specific T/M/S aircraft or equipment employed to inspect; the posting additionally requires previous CDI, CDQAR, or QASO Organizational Maintenance experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting and repair procedures, including component replacement.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal and structural modification and repair.
Knowledge of O-Level aircraft weapon and ordnance loading systems and the ability to determine the functionality of non-complex electrical systems.
Must be able to meet and sustain all physical requirements.
Must have completed AO “C” school.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance.
Must be available to work any shift.
Candidates must have been released from military service with an Honorable Discharge to meet minimum qualifications.
Routine lifting beyond OSHA standards is required, including team lifts of ordnance items with up to 167 pounds of load share per team member, following standard U.S. Navy procedures.

Responsibilities

Maintain and service aircraft armament equipment.
Upload and download ordnance stores and devices.
Perform required systems tests and checks in support of the squadron.
Perform O-Level maintenance on assigned aircraft.
Function as an assistant ordnance crew leader and certified QASO, ensuring operations are performed safely and correctly in support of RDT&E programs.
Become qualified or certified and maintain qualifications and currency on all T/M/S aircraft assigned to VX-31.
Maintain required Naval Ordnance management records to meet Navy standards for O-Level ordnance shops.