Aircraft Maintenance D

L3Harris Technologies

Oklahoma City (OK)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading defense contractor based in Oklahoma City, OK, is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance D - A&P Mechanic. This position involves essential responsibilities such as performing maintenance on aircraft systems, conducting inspections, and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Candidates must have a minimum of 8 years of experience or an A&P license. Strong communication skills and ability to work in diverse environments are imperative.

Qualifications

Requires a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
Must complete/pass a required DCMA physical exam prior to deployment.
Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

Maintain Air Tractor 802U aircraft in support of aircrew missions.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections per OEM procedures.
Launch and recover aircraft, performing necessary inspections.

Skills

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

In-depth knowledge of using aircraft technical publications

Strong working knowledge of maintenance database technology

Experience with aircraft safety directives

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate (A&P License)

Tools

Common hand and special tools

Job description

Job Title

Aircraft Maintenance D - A&P Mechanic

Job Summary

Location: Oklahoma City, OK (Onsite). Schedule: Rotating Shifts; 5/8 – Mission Dependent. The A&P Mechanic is responsible for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of all aircraft systems including turbine engines, propellers, airframes, flight controls, landing gear, and engine rigging. Duties also include inspections, corrosion control, cleaning, fueling, and component repair.

Responsibilities

Obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
Maintain Air Tractor 802U aircraft in support of aircrew missions.
Launch and recover aircraft, including tie‑down, cover, and plug removal/installation, and perform required inspections to ensure airframe structure and power plant serviceability.
Adjust, align, and calibrate aircraft components. Perform functional checks of fuel, hydraulic, engines, avionics, and electro‑environmental systems.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) established procedures/specifications.
Use applicable technical data and manuals when performing aircraft maintenance and troubleshooting aircraft/system discrepancies.
Perform in‑progress and follow‑up inspections during and upon completion of maintenance actions.
Research, order, and receive aircraft parts.
Prepare parts for turn‑in back into the supply system and initiate material deficiency reports as required.
Maintain hand and special tools in a safe and serviceable condition.
Account for site, customer, and company tool accountability procedures, reporting unserviceable tools and equipment to the appropriate responsible party.
Annotate equipment/tools inspection and condition documents.
Perform serviceability checks prior to operating powered and non‑powered support equipment.
Comply with established policies, procedures and standards.
Assist in training newly assigned personnel as required.
Operate vehicles, both special purpose and regular, as authorized.
Practice good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness/prevention, and safety at all times.
Assist personnel in researching and requisitioning aircraft parts and components and in determining their reparability and serviceability.
Monitor bench stock items and tool inventory inspections.
Assist in aircraft movement flight line FOD prevention walks as required.
Complete maintenance documentation using required forms.
Service aircraft with fuel, oil, grease, hydraulic fluid, air, oxygen, and nitrogen.
Perform aircraft corrosion control inspections/ procedures to include washing, wiping down, polishing, and vacuuming.
Discuss discrepancies with aircrews to secure adequate troubleshooting information and flight data.
Other related duties as required to support contract and mission requirements.
Maintain strict compliance with all required Communications Security (COMSEC) policies and procedures.
Possess in‑depth knowledge of aircraft safety directives.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
Have in‑depth knowledge of flight line operations including aircraft/vehicle movement and safety/hazards.
Possess in‑depth knowledge of using aircraft technical publications, reading and interpreting scheme diagrams, drawings, and charts.
Have strong working knowledge of maintenance database technology.
Willingness and ability to work shifts as assigned, travel, and deploy as part of a maintenance recovery team if required (CONUS and OCONUS deployment may be required).
Willingness and ability to work in the established OCONUS work/living environment, work shift schedules as assigned 7 days a week, 12 hours a day to support mission requirements.

Qualifications

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post‑secondary/Associate’s Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate (A&P license).
Ability to complete/pass a required DCMA physical exam and CRC course prior to OCONUS deployment.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Valid State Driver’s License.
Valid U.S. Passport.

Preferred Additional Skills

Active DoD Secret security clearance is highly preferred.
Strong preference for recent Air Tractor 802U or similar experience on civilian and military platforms.
Formal or specialized training/experience on assigned aircraft and equipment.
Experience in the use of common hand and special tools/testers as required for aircraft maintenance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Work Environment

The diversity of working conditions across CONUS and OCONUS range from an environment with little or no physical discomfort to an environment with austere conditions and inclement weather that may subject the individual to severe changes in temperature, wind, rain, etc. Employees may be required to work in areas with high noise hazards, exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and electrical shock hazards.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify Employer. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.

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