TPS - Aircraft Mechanic(Fixed Wing)

V2X•Solomons, MD

13d

About The Position

The Aircraft Mechanic troubleshoots malfunctions and maintains, repairs, and modifies aircraft structures, systems, and components to keep aircraft in safe operating condition. The role covers airframes and power plants, including flight controls, engines, landing gear, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, anti-icing, auxiliary power units, and ventilation and heating systems. The mechanic works with technical guidance from a supervisor or higher-level technician as needed and may occasionally lead teams on complex aircraft maintenance tasks. Work includes repairing or replacing worn or damaged components; removing, disassembling, inspecting, repairing, and reinstalling engines; adjusting, repairing, or replacing electrical wiring and aircraft accessories; and conducting preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections. The mechanic may service engines and airframe components at a line station, supervise aircraft jacking and towing, make logbook entries, and prioritize assigned work to meet schedules. The position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement and requires compliance with applicable COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series requirements for aircraft maintenance and ALSS. The work may take place in a maintenance hangar or outdoors and can involve operational conditions, extreme weather, aircraft noise, fumes, and mechanical or electrical hazards.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of specialized courses in aircraft structural repair.
Four years of actual and recent experience repairing, modifying, maintaining, and overhauling AT-6, C-12, C-26, F/A-18, F-35, NU-1B, T-6B, T-38C, U-6A, AV-8B, or similar aircraft.
Valid U.S. state driver’s license.
Ability to obtain a government flight line driver’s license.
Ability to read and interpret data.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures, and parts replacement.
Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal and structural modifications and repair.
Basic knowledge of electrical theory.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft-specific tools and equipment, including test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes, and shears.
Working knowledge of technical publications, NAMP, and NALCOMIS aircraft maintenance applications.
Ability to prioritize workload to maintain assigned project schedules.
Working knowledge of corrosion control techniques and applicable base, federal, and company procedures for handling and disposing of hazardous waste materials.
Working knowledge of aircraft subsystems, including maintenance parameters, system operation, limitations, and technical orders.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structures, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engine, auxiliary power unit, ventilation, and heating systems.
Maintain, repair, and modify aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty.
Maintain and repair aircraft components, including flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
Replace or repair worn or damaged components using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
Remove, disassemble, and inspect engines; repair or replace defective parts; and reassemble and install engines in aircraft.
Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring systems and aircraft accessories.
Perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections and miscellaneous aircraft servicing duties.
Apply airframe and power plant systems knowledge to identify malfunctions and restore equipment condition or operation.
Interpret technical documentation, including blueprints and manufacturers’ manuals, to resolve moderate to complex problems.
Supervise aircraft jacking and towing and verify the work was satisfactorily performed.
Service engines and airframe components at line stations and make repairs short of overhaul when needed to keep aircraft safe for operation.
Make entries in aircraft logs and records when required.
Prioritize assigned workload to maintain project schedules.
Comply with applicable COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series requirements for aircraft maintenance and ALSS.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.