Aviation Mechanic III (F5)

Yulista Solutions•Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

Yulista Integrated Solutions LLC is hiring an Aviation Mechanic III. This position is contingent upon contract award. The mechanic performs aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, servicing, and maintenance documentation in accordance with technical instructions, drawings, quality assurance requirements, and applicable DHS and Department of Defense standards. The role includes working with aircraft structures, engines, gearboxes, flight controls, landing gear, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and other aircraft systems. The mechanic uses technical references, specialized tools, equipment, and government computer systems to carry out maintenance and meet customer needs. The position also leads teams during engine and gearbox removal and installation and during rigging, tracking, and balancing procedures. It provides technical direction and training to Aircraft Mechanic Helpers and Aircraft Workers, and collaborates with engineers on modification work orders and drawings during prototype, validation, and verification events. This position has no direct reports. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and ten years of aviation experience, including four years using military standards and specifications. F5/T38 experience and a related aircraft rigging qualification are required. FAA A&P certification is preferred. The candidate must be able to pass drug and background screening and obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Physical requirements include carrying items up to 40 pounds, working in cramped or awkward positions, climbing, and performing frequent physical activities for prolonged periods.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ten years of aviation experience, including four years using military standards and specifications.
F5/T38 experience.
Related aircraft rigging qualification.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
Ability to pass drug and background screening.
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Ability to carry items up to 40 pounds; seek assistance or use weightlifting devices for heavier items.
Ability to work in cramped, awkward, or strained positions and climb ladders, work platforms, scaffolding, and aircraft structures.
Ability to frequently lift, reach, bend, walk, pull, sit, stand, crouch, stoop, kneel, and stretch for prolonged periods.
Ability to read and interpret aircraft instruments and documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to use special test equipment and tools.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with management, staff, customers, vendors, suppliers, and shipping companies.
Trustworthiness in handling confidential information.
Ability to use general office equipment such as phones, copiers, scanners, and printers.
Ability to follow processes and learn corporate policies and procedures.
Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service, and follow-up.
Analytical skills to evaluate data and consider the impact of decisions across multiple areas.
Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills, including the ability to draw conclusions, justify decisions, and communicate issues to management.
Strong communication skills.
Basic mathematical computation skills.
High degree of self-motivation and ability to work independently and multitask.

Nice To Haves

FAA A&P certification.
Experience maintaining the listed aircraft types, which may include UH-60 A/L, UH-60 M, 407, 206, OH-58, AH-64D, AH-64E, CH-47F, MC-130J, HC-130, C-130, C-26, EC-145, EC-135, LUH-72, UC-35, V-22, AH-1F, Cobra, and Apache.

Responsibilities

Perform aircraft maintenance in accordance with instructions and drawings.
Troubleshoot aircraft systems and malfunctions to meet customer needs.
Document maintenance according to quality assurance and regulatory requirements, and verify that work was completed satisfactorily.
Maintain cleanliness through a clean-as-you-go process and perform regular Foreign Object Damage walks.
Comply with DHS and Department of Defense processes, procedures, documents, publications, and safety rules; report accidents, injuries, violations, and unsafe practices or procedures.
Maintain tool control, inventory and inspect tools, replace worn or broken tools, and report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to a supervisor.
Collaborate with engineers on changes to modification work orders and drawings during prototype, validation, and verification events as required.
Use government computer systems and technical references for airframe repairs and government training requirements.
Troubleshoot aircraft structures, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, engines, auxiliary power units, ventilation, and heating systems.
Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures and functional components, including rigging, surface controls, plumbing, and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and related equipment.
Troubleshoot engines and systems and use Federal Supply systems.
Repair or replace worn or damaged engine components, including alternators, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, engine-mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves, using tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
Lead teams in removing and installing aircraft engines and gearboxes using a hoist or crane.
Lead teams in rigging, tracking, and balancing procedures.
Disassemble and inspect airframes and other components for wear, cracks, security, and other defects; repair or replace defective parts and reassemble and install components.
Perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections.
Service aircraft by performing duties such as flushing crankcases, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
Jack and tow aircraft.
Service engines and airframe components at line stations and make repairs short of overhaul to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
Research technical libraries and applicable manufacturer and DHS/DoD maintenance manuals, service bulletins, engineering materials, and technical data to determine repair or replacement feasibility and methods.
Perform progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections.
Inspect jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortion, security, warping, wear, and missing segments.
Inspect jet engine turbine blades for cracks, distortion, corrosion, burnout, security, or breaks.
Test engine operation using testing equipment to locate malfunctions.
Perform full system checkouts and complete servicing on aircraft systems.
Provide technical direction and training to Aircraft Mechanic Helpers and Aircraft Workers.