Aircraft Mechanic

TSC•Elizabethtown, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

FALCATA’s Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (AISR) Division is hiring an Aviation Maintenance Technician to support flight and ground operations for a developmental aircraft. The role performs maintenance, inspections, and repairs on manned and unmanned aircraft systems and components to ensure aircraft are mission-ready and comply with applicable legal, contractual, and safety standards. Operations take place at various test sites, primarily in Elizabethtown, North Carolina. The position reports to the Test & Training Site Lead and supports multiple stakeholders within and outside the division. The role develops and manages aviation ground and flight operation procedures, including maintenance manuals, formal training programs, and technology insertion. It is part of the Aviation Operations leadership team and supports aircraft from development through operational phases. Travel and deployment may be required, sometimes on relatively short notice; travel is listed as less than 25%. The position requires an active SECRET clearance, U.S. citizenship, and an annual FAA Class 3 flight physical. Deployment also requires medical and dental evaluation and compliance with applicable MOD 15 requirements, with final approval determined by the CENTCOM Surgeon. The work may be conducted in austere locations with limited access to selected food and shelter provided at the worksite. It may involve outdoor 12-hour shifts in temperatures above 100°F, extreme heat or cold, heights, confined spaces, and lifting and carrying tools or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Employees must use PPE appropriate for mechanical, audible, and chemical hazards and meet the stated vision and hearing requirements. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check, security investigation, and drug screening. The position is not contingent on a contract award. Relocation assistance is available. FALCATA describes its benefits as including a 401(k) plan, flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, a co-sponsored health plan, and paid leave. FALCATA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
Seven years of experience in aviation maintenance operations.
At least three years of Group 3–5 UAS maintenance operations experience.
Active SECRET security clearance and U.S. citizenship.
FAA Class 3 Medical; the job description states that a FAA Class 3 flight physical is required annually.
Prior leadership experience in an aviation maintenance role.
Strong knowledge of aircraft systems, including engines, avionics, flight controls, and airframes.
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, including ability to read electrical diagrams and schematics and understand theory of operation.
Experience installing and maintaining electrical systems.
Experience with aircraft technical manuals, including general systems, job guides, fault isolation, and related materials.
Ability to perform line- and site-level maintenance and repairs and maintain aircraft maintenance logs and configuration.
Knowledge of aviation flight-line procedures and maintenance operations, FAA flight and maintenance standards, airworthiness, safety, DCMA procedures, maintenance logbook reporting, Technical Orders, compliance procedures, and FOD control.
Knowledge of airframe, powerplant, electrical, mechanical, and RF systems, troubleshooting, and personnel leadership.
Ability to review, interpret, and apply FAA/ICAO industry standards and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and work well with others.
Strong attention to detail, analytical, organization, planning, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to produce documents, spreadsheets, and presentation materials efficiently.
Technical writing and report preparation experience using Adobe.
Typing speed above 30 words per minute.
Familiarity with digital aviation maintenance logging and commercial or military requirements for aircraft recordkeeping.
Understanding of MS Windows and ability to teach others to navigate digital maintenance resources.
Ability to obtain Crew Chief Instructor designation after six months of employment.
Willingness and ability to travel or deploy for field operations, potentially on relatively short notice.
Clean background check and ability to complete required security investigation and drug screening.
Ability to meet deployment medical and dental evaluation requirements and comply with MOD 15 restrictions when applicable.
Ability to work outdoors for 12-hour shifts in extreme temperatures, in austere locations, at heights or in confined spaces as needed, and to lift and carry equipment and tools up to 50 pounds.
Good vision and hearing for safety, including close, distance, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to use PPE for mechanical, audible, and chemical hazards.

Nice To Haves

Experience with developmental or experimental aircraft.
Experience with Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions and electrical safety measures.
Experience using a multimeter, oscilloscope, and similar equipment to test electrical systems.
Aviation work experience in an OCONUS (deployed) location.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and preventive maintenance on manned and unmanned aircraft, including airframes, engines, avionics, LRUs, and other system components.
Troubleshoot, repair, and replace defective or malfunctioning parts and systems.
Support development and testing of new technologies and aircraft configurations.
Inspect aircraft systems for compliance with regulatory requirements and company safety standards.
Assist with aircraft assembly and disassembly for flight tests, demonstrations, and operational missions.
Maintain accurate aircraft maintenance logs, documentation, configuration records, and timely digital and paper records.
Collaborate with engineering to address technical issues and implement solutions throughout the aircraft lifecycle.
Ensure tools and equipment are in proper working condition and meet safety standards.
Support operational personnel with pre-flight and post-flight procedures as required.
Conduct safe and effective daily aircraft maintenance and flight-line operations.
Ensure compliance with flight and ground procedures, training procedures, and standardization and evaluation procedures.
Ensure worksite safety and carry out FOD and tool control, Technical Order compliance, and parts accounting.
Execute work calendars, support internal audits, and participate in performance reviews.
Assist in preparing technical reports and briefings for the ADO and engineering/production team.
Maintain access to and requirements for COMSEC access.
Track consumables and record maintenance failures.
Monitor parts and tools and maintain inventories and logs.
Develop and manage aviation ground and flight operation procedures, including maintenance manuals, formal training programs, and technology insertion.