AIRCRAFT MECHANIC I AVIONICS

Kay & Associates, Inc.; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kay and Associates, Inc. supports Organizational-level aircraft maintenance and corrosion abatement on MV-22 series aircraft under NAMP and federal requirements.

A junior-level aircraft mechanic role involves performing general maintenance, inspections, and documentation while adhering to safety and quality standards. The candidate will document actions in logs, potentially lead junior technicians, and must meet PWS timelines with the required secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years avionics aviation maintenance experience.
• MV-22 or similar aircraft maintenance experience preferred.
• Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repair, and modification.
• Document maintenance actions in aircraft logs and approved maintenance systems.
• Lead and provide technical guidance to lower-level mechanics when needed.
• Ensure compliance with Tool Control, FOD, safety, and quality programs.
• Perform and inspect airframe, flight control, hydraulic, pneumatic, and landing gear systems.

Skills

Avionics maintenance

MV-22 experience

Job description

Summary

Provides support of Organizational-level aircraft maintenance and Corrosion Abatement on MV-22 series aircraft in accordance with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP), applicable technical data, and federal contract requirements.

Junior-level aircraft mechanic supporting contract maintenance on MV-22 series aircraft.

Essential Functions

• Perform complex aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repair, and modification
• Document maintenance actions in aircraft logs and approved maintenance systems
• May lead and provide technical guidance to lower-level mechanics
• Ensure compliance with Tool Control, FOD, safety, and quality programs

Duties

• Perform general aircraft maintenance
• Scheduled and Unscheduled maintenance
• Flight Line Operations/Functions
• Support Equipment (SE) Operations and Inspections
• Aircraft Movement
• Corrosion Control & Spot Treatment
• Troubleshooting
• Preservation and De-preservation
• Technical Directive Compliance and Modifications
• Perform and inspect airframe, flight control, hydraulic, pneumatic, and landing gear systems
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and directives
• Document maintenance actions per NAMP requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 3+ years avionics aviation maintenance experience
• 3+ years MV-22 or similar aircraft maintenance experience preferred
• Must be able to work day, swing, mid, or weekend shift as required
• Former CDI/CDQAR preferred
• Former Safe for Flight preferred
• Must meet qualification requirements in accordance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) timelines
• Secret clearance required

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting up to 50 lbs., standing and walking for extended periods, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in confined or elevated spaces. Requires sufficient manual dexterity and vision to use tools and inspect aircraft systems. Must be able to work in high-noise environments, wear required PPE, and work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Labor Relations Notice

The Company respects employee rights under applicable labor laws. Nothing in this posting interferes with lawful collective activity.

Contract Contingency

Employment is contingent upon contract award, funding, background investigation, and clearance eligibility.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Veterans. No retaliation for protected activity.

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