AF/HYD Tech I (Code 32)

ADP, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Employer-paid Life insurance

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Paid time off 11 holidays

401(k) plan

Job summary

AVMAC LLC in San Diego, CA is seeking an Airframes Mechanic to maintain and repair exterior aircraft structures and airframe systems for the Customer. The role involves inspections, troubleshooting, and use of schematics and precision tools on the flight line.

Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or equivalent, NAMTGD/OMA maintenance training, and experience with sheet metal, fiberglass, composites, and corrosion control.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required and NAMTGD/OMA maintenance courses completed.
• Experience repairing aircraft structures using sheet metal, fiberglass and composites.
• Strong knowledge of corrosion control and aircraft painting techniques.
• Familiarity with naval maintenance publications and NALCOMIS for maintenance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, repairs, and services aircraft structure and airframe system components.
• Performs hourly, calendar, phase, and conditional inspections per maintenance cards.
• Troubleshoots airframe, flight control, and landing gear systems.
• Interprets schematics, drawings, and NAV publications; uses power tools and measuring devices.
• Documents maintenance using NALCOMIS.
• Ensures safety and compliance with Navy standards.

Skills

Technical skills

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NALCOMIS

Job description

Full Time Technical San Diego, CA, US

About AVMAC LLC:

AVMAC was founded by two former Naval Aviation Maintenance Officers, Bert Ortiz and Don Buzard, who collectively have more than eight decades of experience assigned to, or directly supporting, both carrier and amphibious aviation.

AVMAC’s corporate staff and leadership team employ many with similar backgrounds and experience, which makes it a highly knowledgeable force multiplier to their customer base. The company prides itself on hiring, recruiting and training veterans as it continues to serve the Department of Defense and the Department of Transportation Homeland Security and commercial customers nationwide.

Position Summary:

The Airframes Mechanic is responsible for maintaining the exterior aircraft structure and airframe system components for the Customer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspects, maintains, repairs, and services aircraft structure, hydraulic, pneumatic and airframe system components.
• Performs hourly, calendar, phase, and conditional inspections as required by maintenance requirement cards.
• Troubleshoots airframe, flight control, and landing gear systems.
• Uses color-coded charts of aircraft piping and lines.
• Reads schematic diagrams, shop sketches, clue prints and interpret applicable technical data
• Use of power tools and precision measuring devices in the maintenance and repair of aircraft.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Level I - Four years’ previous experience in aircraft repair.
• Completion of one or more NAMTGD or equivalent OMA maintenance courses.
• Experience performing structural repair utilizing sheet metal, fiberglass, and composite materials
• Thorough knowledge of corrosion control and aircraft painting techniques.
• Knowledge of naval maintenance publications, maintenance requirement cards, and the ability to document maintenance utilizing the Naval Aviation Logistics Command Information System (NALCOMIS).

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

This position requires normal physical functions. Work may require frequent bending, reaching and climbing. May frequently lift and carry items weighing up to fifty pounds and occasionally lift heavier items with the assistance of other workers. Work may be performed on top or under equipment in cramped or awkward positions. Normal color perception required.

May be required to work in areas in the hangar and on the flightline that are noisy and dusty. May be exposed to moderate discomforts, such as heat, cold and wind. May be required to wear personal protective equipment, when applicable.

Individuals subject to this requirement should demonstrate the following qualifications and personal attributes:

• a. A comprehensive background in maintenance practices.
• b. Fully developed technical skills and experience relevant to their areas of responsibility.
• c. Proficiency in researching, reading, and interpreting engineering drawings, technical manuals, and applicable directives.
• d. Strong technical writing abilities, with an emphasis on clarity and accuracy.
• e. A commitment to promoting operational stability and excellence in performance.
• f. A high level of motivation and a personal drive to continually expand their technical knowledge and expertise.
• g. An observant, alert, and inquisitive disposition.
• h. The ability to collaborate effectively and work well with others.

Work Schedule: Rotational Work Schedule

What We Offer:

• Benefits offered include Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer-paid Life insurance, long-term disability and short-term disability
• Paid time off -including 11 Holidays (8 hours per holiday)
• Participation in the AVMAC LLC 401(k) plan

  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.