Aircraft Egress Systems Mechanic

Air Force Civilian Service; Universal City (TX); On-site; USD 43,284 - 50,475; Full time

Job summary

A federal aerospace agency in Texas is seeking an Aircraft Egress Systems Mechanic. In this role, you will troubleshoot and repair critical components of aircraft egress systems. Candidates must have experience with ordnance systems and the ability to conduct thorough operational checks. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits, requiring U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience with aircraft egress systems and aerospace maintenance preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform checks on aircraft egress systems.
• Repair and modify components such as ejection seats and canopies.
• Conduct operational checks under simulated conditions.

Skills

Troubleshooting aircraft ordnance systems

Using test equipment

Repairing mechanical systems

Working with pneumatic principles

Tools

Leak detectors

Multimeters

Voltmeter

Job description

Overview

Aircraft Egress Systems Mechanic (WG-6652-10) position with the Air Force Civilian Service at the 12th Maintenance Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio – Randolph AFB, Texas. This is a full-time federal position with exceptional pay and benefits. This position is being filled using direct hiring authorities and can close at any time.

Pay

Base pay range: $31.42/hr - $36.64/hr

Duties and Responsibilities

• Selects the best methods and procedures to troubleshoot and perform operational and functional checks on aircraft egress systems.


• Disarms the system and isolates malfunctions (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic) and troubleshoots from point-to-point (cannon plug, switches, relays, solenoids, control panels, wiring, etc.).


• Utilizes wiring diagrams, technical orders, manufacturers’ manuals, maintenance bulletins, blueprints, schematic drawings, and other technical information as guidance when performing troubleshooting tasks.


• Replaces or repairs components such as indicators, timers, valves, cylinders, solenoids, resistors, and actuators to avoid removing equipment or components from the system.


• Repairs, modifies, or removes equipment and components such as ejection seats, canopies, escape hatches, modular ejection units, pylons, and ejector racks. After repair, conducts final operational and functional checks under simulated armed conditions.


• Conducts “power on” checks of the aircraft ordnance system by energizing the system with an APU power source, aligning the system with the power source and weapons system, and observing test equipment while testing in-cockpit triggers for weaknesses or malfunctions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge to troubleshoot, repair, modify, and test aircraft ordnance systems; set up the work area; determine the degree of disassembly and extent of rework needed.


• Skill in using test equipment and measuring devices such as leak detectors, gauges, micrometers, multimeters, voltmeters, and ammeters.


• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, modify, adjust and test a variety of ordnance systems using electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic principles with minimal supervision.

Requirements for this position

• U.S. Citizenship is required.


• This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Drug Demand Reduction Program; employee must pass initial and periodic drug testing.


• Valid driver’s license; may be required to drive a motor vehicle.


• May be required to work overtime, unusual tours, weekends, holidays, etc.


• Aerospace maintenance experience with aircraft egress systems is highly desired.


• Work involves standing, bending, climbing, and lifting up to 40 pounds routinely and up to 75 pounds occasionally.


• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.


• May be required to complete a USA Hire Standard Assessment.

Apply now: Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your resume (PDF or Word) and/or additional documents (transcripts, certifications, DD214, SF-50).

EEO notice: U.S. citizenship required. AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.