Aircraft Mechanic II

Riveter Defense; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Patuxent Highland, Maryland, seeks an Aircraft Mechanic to perform maintenance and troubleshoot malfunctions in rotary wing aircraft like H-60 and H-3. Candidates should have a minimum of four years' recent experience in aircraft mechanics, preferably with an A&P License. The position offers a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans, ensuring a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years recent experience on H-60, H-3, S-92 rotary wing aircraft.
• A&P License/FAA Certification preferred but not required.
• Must be knowledgeable of supply procedures and aircraft accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot malfunctions in various aircraft systems.
• Perform daily and pre-flight checks to ensure aircraft meet safety standards.
• Repair or replace worn or damaged components using tools and equipment.

Skills

Rotary Wing Aircraft experience

Troubleshooting

General maintenance skills

Knowledge of military publications

Education

High School Education or equivalent

Tools

Hand-tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Riveter Defense is a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in McKinney, Texas. We provide engineering, information technology, logistical, and management services for our federal and state customers.

Built on the fundamentals of excellence, effective, and efficient client-based solutions, we provide direct support to numerous Department of Defense (DoD) clients. Our elite team of experts provides quality professional and technical services at competitive costs. Utilizing the fundamental approach of integration in team building, we integrate with our clients to produce and provide the most effective solutions for their respective requirements. Our unique abilities and agile business model allow us to provide our clients with on-time, on-target solutions while allowing for change and the evolutionary nature of the business and battle spaces.

Bedrocked in our principles of Vision, Value, and Virtue we take pride in delivering industry-leading services that will support and enhance our clients.

Job Description

• Troubleshoot malfunctions in various aircraft systems and performs general maintenance of assigned aircraft.
• Performs daily and pre-flight checks to ensure aircraft meets flight safety standards.
• Services, repairs, and overhauls aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure airworthiness.
• Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand-tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet-metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills.
• Reads and interprets manufacturers’ and service maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. Inspects turbine blades to detect cracks or breaks.
• Tests engine operation, using testing equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, and ammeter, to locate source of malfunction.
• Replaces or repairs worn or damaged components, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
• Removes engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck.
• Disassembles and inspects parts for wear, warping, or other defects.
• Repairs or replaces defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft.
• Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring systems and aircraft accessories.
• Performs complex troubleshooting on Avionics/Electrical mission systems using test equipment.
• Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
• May service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
• May specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies.
• Perform check out, removal and replacement of Cartridge Activated Devices (CAD).

Qualifications

• Education : High School Education or equivalent. Specialty Training courses applicable to the functional area.
• Experience : Minimum of four (4) years recent experience on H-60, H-3, S-92 rotary wing aircraft. A&P License/FAA Certification preferred but not required. Rotary Wing Aircraft experience required, S-92, H-3 and H-60 experience preferred H-3A/D and/or H-60 B/F/N series experience desired. Shall have experience supporting Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and Integrated Test Teams (ITT). Experience must be within the last five years.
• Knowledge : Working knowledge of military publications, drawings, blueprints, microfilm, diagrams and schematics are mandatory. Must be knowledgeable of supply procedures, IMRL accounting as well as Aircraft and Engine Log Books and Aircraft Accounting system.
• Security Clearance: Must be U. S. citizen. Must be eligible to obtain a Top Secret clearance and YW access.
• Other Requirements:
• Individuals released from Military Service with other than “Honorable Discharges” do not meet minimum qualifications.
• Personnel performing under this contract shall meet the applicable qualifications and certifications specified in the DCMAINST 8210.1 and CNAFINST 4790.2 series instructions.

Riveter Defense offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flexible Schedules, 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, and more!