UX-24 - MQ-9 Aircraft Mechanic

V2X•Solomons, MD

20h

About The Position

The Aircraft Mechanic troubleshoots aircraft malfunctions to keep aircraft in safe operating condition and maintains, repairs, and modifies aircraft structures and components of moderate difficulty. The role receives technical guidance from a supervisor or higher-level technician as needed and may occasionally lead teams performing more complex aircraft-related tasks. The mechanic maintains and repairs aircraft flight controls, engines, hydraulics, fuel systems, electrical wiring, accessories, and other mechanical components. Work includes replacing or repairing worn or damaged parts; removing, inspecting, repairing or replacing, reassembling, and reinstalling engines; and performing preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections and other aircraft servicing. The position applies airframe and powerplant knowledge, technical publications, and manufacturer documentation to identify malfunctions and restore equipment condition and operation. It must comply with applicable COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 requirements and use relevant NAMP and NALCOMIS applications. This is a Collective Bargaining Agreement position. Work may take place in an aircraft maintenance hangar or outdoors and may involve operational conditions, extreme weather, noise, fumes, airborne particles, electrical hazards, and nearby moving machinery, vehicles, or aircraft. Travel may vary by location.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent.
Completion of specialized courses in aircraft structural repair.
Four years of actual and recent experience repairing, modifying, maintaining, and overhauling the MQ-9 Reaper or alternate fixed-wing or rotary-wing aircraft.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance.
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, aircraft subsystems, maintenance parameters, system operation, limitations, and technical orders.
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.
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.
Ability to meet the physical and environmental demands described in the posting, including potentially lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, engine, and propeller systems.
Maintain, repair, and modify aircraft structures and components.
Maintain and repair flight controls, engines, hydraulics, fuel systems, electrical wiring, aircraft accessories, and mechanical components.
Replace or repair worn or damaged components using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
Remove engines from aircraft, inspect and repair or replace defective parts, and reassemble and install engines.
Perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections and other aircraft servicing duties.
Apply airframe and powerplant technical knowledge to determine equipment malfunctions and restore equipment condition or operation.
Interpret technical documentation, including blueprints and manufacturers' manuals, to solve moderate to complex problems.
Comply with applicable sections of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 and use technical publications, NAMP, and NALCOMIS aircraft maintenance applications.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.