Aircraft Mechanic III

System Studies and Simulation, Inc. • Lemoore, CA

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About The Position

Leads a team in the performance of aircraft maintenance, inspections, and scheduled / unscheduled maintenance. Applies technical experience to supervise subordinate mechanics and provide technical guidance on maintenance operations on the airframe being supported. Capable of performing, supervising and inspecting the duties of Mechanic Is, IIs and IIIs.

Requirements

• A thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal, structural modification, repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems.
• A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. is required.
• Must possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural, mechanical engineers and customers alike.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Requires current, active Secret Security Clearance.
• Must have completed the Naval Aviation Maintenance Control Management Course (C-555-0053 or the D or E-555 - 040 & D or E-555-0054).

Nice To Haves

• A&P License or a Military Service School Certificate of Training in Aviation Maintenance is highly desirable.
• Have three or more years of F-35C experience highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures, structural components and engines of complex to extreme difficulty.
• Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions.
• Applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation.
• Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals.
• Work typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures, and replacement of components.
• This worker will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.
• Responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees