Aircraft Mechanic II (Powerplant/ Engine T700/T701C/D, T55-714) UH60, CH47 & AH64 - Ali Al Sale[...]

Amentum; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A global defense contractor is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic II in Kuwait. This role involves performing maintenance and inspections on aircraft systems, particularly on models UH60, CH47, & AH64. Candidates must have significant maintenance experience along with specific knowledge of aviation technology and the ability to work under various environmental conditions. A valid U.S. passport and security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Five years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience required.
• Two years aviation maintenance experience with A&P on MDS UH60, CH47, & AH64.
• Must possess a valid U.S. Passport and be able to obtain a Kuwait Visa.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of major assemblies.
• Inspect engine turbine blades for defects.
• Disassemble and inspect parts for wear or damage.

Skills

General knowledge of aircraft troubleshooting

Knowledge of aircraft electrical systems

Experience with technical publications

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Tools

Torque wrenches

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Job description

The Aircraft Mechanic II - Powerplant/Engine – Back Shop Mechanic (T700/701C/D, T55-714) with experience in all three MDS UH60, CH47 & AH64 performs and inspects aviation unit (AVUM), intermediate (AVIM) and depot maintenance on assigned aircraft systems.

• Perform maintenance and repair of major assemblies and subassemblies of the T700/701C/D, T55-714 and auxiliary power units.
• Inspect engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks.
• Perform blade blending and blade replacement in cold section of powerplants.
• Replace or repair worn or damaged components, such as generators, alternators, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, and engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves.
• Ability to Perform hot section inspections and determine replacement of hot section components (GG rotors, stators, fuel injectors, igniters, power turbine.)
• Disassemble and inspect parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects.
• Perform engine removal, replacement, reinstallation, and quick-change assembly (QCA) maintenance tasks.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent is required.
• Five (5) years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience is required.
• With A&P Two (2) years aviation maintenance experience, and Two (2) years' experience on MDS UH60, CH47, & AH64 is required.
• Without A&P, must have Three (3) years aviation maintenance experience, Three (3) years rotary wing aircraft experience and Two (2) years on the assigned Mission Design Series UH-60, AH-64, CH-47 (MDS) to qualify.
• All experience must be within the Five (5) most recent years.
• Must be in possession of a Valid U.S. Passport for travel internationally. Passport must contain a minimum of 6 Blank pages and 2 years remaining before expiration date.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a US Government Security Clearance (NAC-I T1) Public Trust. US Citizenship is Required to obtain a Security Clearance, and for facility access to this site.
• Able to clear CENTCOM MOD Physicals requirement for deployment. (Attend CRC).
• Must be able to obtain Kuwait Visa.

Knowledge & Skills

• General knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft electrical and avionics component and system troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers.
• Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems.
• Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects and is required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks.
• Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by Mechanics.
• The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• May work in aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.
• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.
• May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
• Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, APU, etc.

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