NSA - Aircraft Mechanic

Calista Corporation•NNSA1 - NM - Kirtland AFB, NM

About The Position

The Aircraft Mechanic performs simple to moderately complex tasks on airplane general, airframe, and powerplant systems. The role maintains, repairs, inspects, and troubleshoots aircraft mechanical, structural, and electrical elements, as well as ground support equipment. The mechanic documents work in accordance with Quality Assurance and regulatory requirements, follows safety procedures, maintains tool control, and may provide oversight and training to others. Duties may include Designated System Inspector (DSI) work and other related tasks as needed. The position also involves aircraft and passenger support at operational locations and out-stations, including passenger accountability, baggage and cargo handling, aircraft loading and securing, and overseeing fueling or lavatory servicing. If assigned as a Crew Safety Specialist, the employee conducts passenger safety briefings, manages cabin safety and passenger evacuation during emergencies, assists the flight crew, performs daily and transit checks, and carries out aircraft maintenance within their capabilities. The job has Aircraft Mechanic I and Aircraft Mechanic II qualification levels. Both require FAA Airplane and/or Powerplant certification, relevant field knowledge, the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy “Q” clearance, and U.S. citizenship. Domestic and international travel may be required, and a U.S. passport is required. Aircraft Mechanic II additionally requires at least four years of maintenance experience on 737 Classic aircraft. Aircraft Mechanic I must complete the contractor’s OJT program within one year of the performance start date and complete the A&P certification within two years of hire.

Requirements

FAA Airplane and/or Powerplant certification.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
May be required to travel domestically and internationally; a U.S. passport is required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy “Q” clearance within a timeframe set by management.
U.S. citizenship.
Aircraft Mechanic I: successfully complete the contractor’s required On-the-Job Training program within one year of the performance start date.
Aircraft Mechanic I: complete the A&P certification within two years of being hired.
Aircraft Mechanic II: at least four years of aircraft maintenance experience on 737 Classic aircraft.
Beginner to intermediate computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
Ability to accurately enter data into databases.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with management, staff, and other crew members.
Ability to use general office equipment such as fax machines, phones, copiers, scanners, and printers.
Ability to follow a process.
Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service, and follow-up.
Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills, including drawing conclusions, justifying decisions, and communicating issues to management.
Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to organizational goals.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
High degree of self-motivation and ability to work independently.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to climb onto and down from aircraft using aircraft hand and foot holds; lift up to 25 pounds overhead; remain on feet all day; and walk up to two miles per day.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of advanced software applications.
Quality Control/Quality Assurance experience.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance on aircraft mechanical systems and/or ground support equipment.
Repair, inspect, and maintain aircraft structural, mechanical, and electrical elements.
Use diagnostic devices, computers, hand tools, and mechanical tools, and train others in their use.
Provide oversight and direct or train others completing aircraft maintenance tasks.
Perform Designated System Inspector duties when assigned.
Troubleshoot systems to meet customer needs.
Document maintenance according to Quality Assurance and regulatory requirements.
Perform regular Foreign Object Damage walks.
Maintain tool control; report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools, and regularly inventory, inspect, and replace tools as needed.
Follow safety rules and regulations and promptly report accidents, injuries, safety violations, and unsafe practices or procedures.
Validate passenger counts; assist with passenger loading and unloading; weigh bags and cargo; load the aircraft; and secure freight and cargo.
Oversee aircraft fueling or lavatory servicing at out-stations, including military bases and Fixed Based Operators.
Secure aircraft for overnight parking at out-stations.
When functioning as a Crew Safety Specialist, manage passenger accountability, loading, and departure; conduct passenger safety briefings; operate entrance doors; handle and secure baggage; weigh, load, and restrain cargo; and ensure compliance with baggage and cargo limitations.
When functioning as a Crew Safety Specialist, supervise refueling and check fuel and lubricant levels; receive and stow catering materials; assist the flight crew; conduct daily and transit checks; and perform aircraft maintenance within capabilities.
Perform other related duties to meet the organization’s ongoing needs.