C-17 Aircraft Mechanic to A&P Mechanic

22nd Century Technologies • Tacoma, WA

397d • $87,714 - $98,862

About The Position

The C-17 Aircraft Mechanic position at 22nd Century Technologies involves assembling, disassembling, and modifying aerospace vehicle components to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards. The role requires troubleshooting complex systems, performing validation testing, and overseeing training while adhering to regulatory requirements. This position is critical for maintaining the flight worthiness of aircraft and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience working from heights & using fall protection equipment with weight limitations of 225lb or lower.
• 3+ years' experience in reading, understanding, and interpreting basic engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• 3+ years' experience in detecting hazardous working conditions and safety problems via regular checks of equipment and work area.
• 3+ years' experience in repair, maintenance, and retrofit processes and practices.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of live aircraft operations, environment and support, including pneumatic, hydraulic, structural, electrical, and propulsion systems operations.
• Minimum 3 years C-17 platform or other military platform experience preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret and understand C-17 blueprints and USAF Technical Orders.
• Prefer multi-system operations, maintenance and repair experience including pneumatic, hydraulic, structural, electrical, and propulsion systems.
• Ability to work safely within complicated schedules and establish criteria and work procedures to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, disassemble and/or modify systems by changing, removing, replacing or upgrading aerospace vehicle components.
• Oversee assembly, disassembly or overhaul of aerospace vehicles.
• Configure aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components.
• Perform validation/verification testing of systems and components.
• Document procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.
• Inspect components and verify repairs for flight worthiness requirements.
• Oversee training of personnel.
• Work under general direction.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of $47.53/hr.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees