Hardware Technician II

LSI•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

The Hardware Technician II is an intermediate level position involved in the disassembly, repair, overhaul, modification, alignment, assembly, and diagnostic checks of mechanical operations.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of aerodynamics relating to fixed or rotary wing aircraft or missiles.
Knowledge of hydraulic fluid actuator systems, emergency air systems, air conditioning and heating systems, integrated mechanical control systems, main drive systems, gear boxes, engines, landing gear systems, and airframe rigging systems.
Knowledge of calibrated tools used in assembly and testing.
Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, drive systems, power plants, linkage controls, and knowledge of hand tools.
Possess and display leadership skills within the Hardware Technician trade and provide guidance to lower-level technicians.
Knowledge of the mechanical, airframe/structural, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems of all surface-controlled elements of operational aircraft.
Requires a working knowledge of metals, fabrics, plastics, compounds, and lubricants, ship equipment such as drill presses, lathers, buffing machines, hydraulic test stands, etc., hand tools, and measuring devices such as micrometers, dial indicators, plug, torque, and thread gages.
Must be able to read and interpret written directives, engineering drawings, retain memory of specifications and tolerances, and have enough dexterity to prevent damage to serviceable parts during rework.
Must be skilled in operational diagnostic analysis of integrated aircraft systems as simulated in trainer systems.
Must be experienced in disassembly, repair, overhauls, modification, assembly, and synchronization of the system and operational checkout of the completed system.
Possess the job knowledge, attention to detail, and judgement to review the work of subordinates; inspect and evaluate the work of subordinates; mentor, train, and guide subordinates in proper techniques; solve problems related to the work being completed; determine material and equipment required to complete the work assigned.
Ability to troubleshoot highly sophisticated automated multi-integrated systems for flight control, armament, safety, emergency, and landing systems.
Skilled in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical directives, and schematics.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to obtain a security clearance when required by the contract.
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Five (5) years of related experience required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with aircraft mechanical, airframe/structural, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Independently performs operational diagnostics of complete trainer systems, analysis of results, disassembly, repair, overhaul, modification, systems tie-in, synchronization of systems, and final operation and inspection of completed system for conformance to specifications.
Disassembles and inventories mechanical components and systems.
Uses engineering drawings, schematics, and technical directives to fabricate subsystems or units as required.
Assembles subsystems or units into an overall system, aligning and synchronizing as required to make an operational trainer or related product.
Troubleshoots the complete system or units, analyzes, repairs and makes corrections to perform final operational checks for system conformance to specifications.
Utilizes common hand tools, calibrated tools, and approved power tools as needed, such as screwdrivers, wrenches, torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, protractors, gages, special fixtures, and holding devices.
Removes or installs components to facilitate mechanical, surface, or structural repairs.
Reworks components such as hydraulic/pneumatic actuators, valve assemblies, and hydraulic pumps by installing modification kits or replacing defective parts and/or hardware.
Inspects or tests installed units, parts, systems, or assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, or compliance with standards, using measuring instruments or test equipment.
Adjusts, repairs, reworks, or replaces parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
Positions and aligns subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
Assembles prefabricated parts to form subassemblies.
Cleans, oils, or coats system components as necessary before assembly or attachment.
Joins structural assemblies, such as wings, tails, or fuselage.
Aligns and fits structural assemblies manually or signals crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
Determines the nature and extent of repairs to be made using applicable Technical Manuals (TMs) as guidelines.
Must be capable of safely handling government-furnished equipment and materials.
Must be available to work a standard weekly schedule with overtime as required.
Must be able to work an alternate weekly schedule to meet contractual requirements.
Available for short-term travel to complete work off-site .
Perform other duties as assigned.