Aircraft Mechanic

Cardinal Point, LLC; New Mexico; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced aircraft maintenance technician to perform maintenance on MQ-9 Remotely Piloted Aircraft. The role requires hands-on experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a safety-focused environment. Candidates must be able to lift heavy equipment and comply with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience.
• At least 1 year of MQ-1 and/or MQ-9 aircraft maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on MQ-9 Remotely Piloted Aircraft.
• Ensure compliance with safety directives and standards.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: SOF GLSS MQ9 CANNON - Cannon AFB, NM

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: As Required

Job Shift: Any

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated facility.
• Inspects, troubleshoots, and performs scheduled and unscheduled organizational level maintenance utilizing applicable Air Force directives/instructions on MQ-9 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA).
• Perform acceptance and transfer inspections, towing, servicing, and ground handling actions.
• Remove and replace line replaceable units and flight control components.
• Ensure complete and accurate documentation of AFTO 781 series forms and Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS) in accordance with Air Force directives.
• Identify and communicate maintenance support requirements to the flight line expediter or production supervisor.
• Perform RPA and equipment packing/shipping to fulfill worldwide mobility tasking.
• Monitor and manage technical training.
• Conduct task evaluations to assigned personnel.
• Ensure compliance with applicable government safety directives, standards, and industrial safety publications.
• Encourage a work environment of zero accident and injuries including no lost time accidents.
• Other duties and requirements as identified and/or prescribed to meet program requirements.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• At least four (5) years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience.
• At least one (1) year of MQ-1 and/or MQ-9 aircraft maintenance experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable maintenance directives listed in Air Force Instruction 21-101.
• Possess the ability to cultivate relations and building partnerships at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability for problem solving and prioritizing multiple projects.
• Understanding of ISO 9001:2018/AS9100 quality standards and related federal/state/local laws and regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

As Required

Security Responsibilities

• Eligible and obtain (if required) a DoD Personnel Security Clearance.
• Must comply with all company Information Systems security policies and procedures.

Language Skills

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret the complex word and technical documents/diagrams.

Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing and work effectively as part of a team.

Reasoning Ability and Mathematical Skills

Must be able to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. An ability to interpret complex customer requirements and attitudes from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is desirable. Must be able to calculate figures and numbers, and percentages and be able to draw and interpret graphs. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and drawings.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment and physical characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to accommodate confined spaces.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top or under equipment.
• Must be able to detect odors, noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect discrepancies of malfunctioning equipment.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Must be able to perform Domestic and International travel as required.
• Shop floor environment.
• Will be working in areas with risk of injury from electrical applications, moving mechanical parts, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems under pressure and electrical motion systems.
• May be exposed to conditions of extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises.

Cardinal Point, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Cardinal Point provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act