Egress Technician - T-38

Calista Corporation•Birmingham, AL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The T-38 Egress Technician maintains aircraft egress systems including Martin-Baker US16T ejection seats, canopies, hatches, and modules; explosive components; subsystems; Personal Survival Pack (PSP), and all related Support Equipment (SE). This role involves performing operational and functional tests of egress systems, subsystems, and components using test equipment and test kits. The technician ensures egress explosive Cartridge Activated Devices (CAD) and Pressure Activated Devices (PAD) are safe and disarmed prior to performing maintenance, and performs integrity inspections of the escape system. Responsibilities include inspecting egress systems, subsystems, and components for safety, security, and serviceability, and determining the serviceability of CAD and PAD devices based on shelf and service life limits. Corrosion control procedures are applied to escape systems and related components, and related Support Equipment (SE) is operated and maintained. The technician advises on and solves installation, maintenance, and repair problems by studying schematic and technical publications, diagnoses malfunctions, and recommends corrective action. Maintenance and safety policies for egress systems are implemented. The role utilizes automated maintenance systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, document maintenance actions, and manage a time change database. Hazardous waste and materials are used and disposed of according to environmental standards. The technician may be required to perform maintenance on aircraft, including avionics, mechanical systems, and/or ground support equipment, and may include Designated System Inspector (DSI) duties. Maintenance is documented as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements. Regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walks are performed, and strict tool control procedures are maintained. Missing, lost, found, or unattended tools are reported to the supervisor. Tools are inventoried and inspected regularly, and worn or broken tools are replaced. Safety rules and regulations are complied with during day-to-day maintenance, and all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures are promptly reported to the supervisor. Equipment records are maintained, and the maintenance records include a description of the work performed and verification that the work was performed satisfactorily. The Egress technician will be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Requirements

Knowledge is mandatory of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical principles applying to aircrew egress systems; concepts and application of applicable maintenance directives; and using and interpreting schematic drawings, and technical publications.
Intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
Will also routinely interact with other crew members.
Must possess effective oral and technical written communication skills to clearly communicate information to others.
Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, scanner, printers, etc.
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.
Ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions.
Must be able to communicate issues to management.
Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista goals.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
Ability to multi-task.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
5+ years of relevant aircraft maintenance experience with fixed wing commercial, Government or DOD aircraft required.
Must have current practical experience on maintaining, servicing, installing Martin Baker MK US16T systems.
Experience supporting DoD contracts.
Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field required.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred.
Previous Air Force Specialty Code 2A653 / 2A673 highly desirable.
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airplane and/or Powerplant certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Performs operational and functional tests of egress systems, subsystems, and components using test equipment and test kits.
Ensures egress explosive Cartridge Activated Devices (CAD) and Pressure Activated Devices (PAD) are safe and disarmed prior to performing maintenance.
Performs integrity inspections of the escape system.
Inspects egress systems, subsystems, and components for safety, security, and serviceability.
Inspects and determines serviceability of CAD and PAD devices based on shelf and service life limits.
Applies corrosion control procedures to escape systems and related components.
Operates and maintains related SE.
Advises on and solves installation, maintenance, and repair problems by studying schematic and technical publications.
Diagnoses malfunctions and recommends corrective action.
Implements maintenance and safety policies for egress systems.
Uses the automated maintenance systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, document maintenance actions, and time change database.
Uses and disposes of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards.
May be required to perform maintenance on aircraft, including avionics, mechanical systems, and/or ground support equipment.
May include Designated System Inspector (DSI) duties.
Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements.
Perform regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walks.
Maintain strict tool control procedures.
Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor.
Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis and replace worn or broken tools.
Comply with safety rules and regulations while performing day to day maintenance.
Promptly report all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to supervisor.
Maintain equipment records.
Enter in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verify the work was performed satisfactorily.
Perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.