Aircraft Mechanic II (Avionics)

D.O.M. magazine; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

D.O.M. magazine is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic II – Avionics to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on military aircraft and equipment in accordance with the PWS and AFI 21-101.

This role requires extensive avionics knowledge, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work in a cross-functional team environment. Qualifications include five years of avionics experience in a military setting, knowledge of aircraft systems, and the ability to obtain and maintain a government security

Qualifications

• Minimum five years avionics maintenance in a military environment.
• Air Force 5 level or equivalent required.
• Three years’ experience on F-117A highly desired.
• Must be reliable, self-motivated, and able to handle stressful situations and timelines.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and aircraft systems.
• Requires knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment and torque wrenches.
• Must be able to read and interpret technical publications.

Responsibilities

• Maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty.
• Maintains and repairs aircraft components including flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems to diagnose malfunctions.
• Restores equipment condition and uses technical documents to solve problems.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled avionic maintenance on assigned aircraft.

Skills

Avionics maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical theory

Team leadership

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Test equipment

Torque wrenches

Dial indicators

Sheet metal tools

Pneudraulics

Job description

FT/PT position button. Relocation No Travel Possible

The Aircraft Mechanic II – Avionics will primarily perform all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft and equipment maintenance, both on and off equipment, on assigned aircraft and equipment in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), M1 policy, DAFI 21-101(and supplements), as well as industry standards. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty
• Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components
• Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions
• Applies required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation, and applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as; blueprints or manufactures manuals.
• Performs all scheduled and unscheduled avionic aircraft and equipment maintenance, both on and off equipment, on assigned aircraft and equipment IAW the PWS, Company Policy, AFI 21-101, and industry standards.
• Will perform aircraft and equipment maintenance on assigned MDS aircraft in a highly “cross-utilization/trained” environment.
• Will be required to perform at a high level of competency in one or more of the following areas: repair and reclamation, egress, electro/environmental, wheel & tire, APG, sheet metal, composite repair, propulsion, fuels, AGE, armament, munitions, non-destructive inspection (NDI), and pneudraulics.
• Maintains aircraft and support equipment forms records IAW AF procedures utilizing AF Information Systems and forms as required.
• Performs transient aircraft support. CDDAR team member. Phase team member. Aircraft servicing and ground handling. T2 Modification and Test Program Support.
• Maintains qualifications contained on the Special Certification Roster (SCR) as directed.
• Shall assist other personnel and work centers as directed and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of five years performing aircraft avionics maintenance functions in a military environment and attainment of an Air Force 5 level (or equivalent) is required. Three years’ experience on F-117A highly desired.
• Must be reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while maintaining a professional and non-confrontational attitude.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts.
• Requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair.
• Must have basic knowledge of electrical theory
• Must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers.
• This job requires working knowledge of technical publications.
• The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician(s).
• Will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.
• Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Working knowledge of principles applying to aircraft systems, concepts and applications of maintenance directives, data reporting, and using technical data is mandatory.
• Knowledge of Air Force supply and efficiency reporting procedures is mandatory.
• Knowledge of the proper handling, use, and disposal of hazardous waste and materials is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain the security clearance level as mandated by the government customer.
• Maintains qualifications contained on the Special Certification Roster (SCR) as directed.
• Must possess a current valid U.S. Drivers License.
• Must speak, read, write, and understand English.
• High school diploma or GED is required.

Working Conditions:

• Position requires complying with unique commuting/travel requirements.
• Will work in aircraft hangars and outside on aircraft ramps within close proximity of running equipment and aircraft.
• Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, or overtime shifts as required.
• May work outdoors, sometimes in hot or cold weather.
• May be exposed to contaminants.
• May be exposed to hazardous conditions, such as when standing on scaffolding or climbing ladders
• Will be exposed to loud and persistent noise
• Will be required to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as: safety toe footwear, safety glasses, etc.

M1 Support Services, headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies.

M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or veteran status.

M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&DD, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.

D.O.M. magazine is the premier magazine for aviation maintenance management professionals. Its management-focused editorial provides information maintenance managers need and want including business best practices, professional development, regulatory, quality management, legal issues and more. The digital version of D.O.M. magazine is available for free on all devices (iOS, Android, and Amazon Kindle).