Aircraft Mechanic II - Electronics (Plus Up)

M1 Support Services; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life and dependent life insurance

AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

M1 Support Services is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic II (Electronics) to maintain and repair aircraft systems including engines, avionics, hydraulics, and landing gear. Lead a team of mechanics to ensure aircraft readiness and timely task completion.

The role requires extensive rotory aircraft experience (H-60 family) and CDQAR/QAR expertise, with potential shift work and US security clearance eligibility. Full-time position based in San Diego, CA.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of recent O-level H-60S/R/F/H aircraft maintenance or equivalent rotary aircraft experience.
• Five years of H60 CDQAR/QAR experience.
• MH60-R experience preferred with U.S. Navy aircraft maintenance background.
• At least two years in a management or leadership role.
• Security clearance: ability to obtain and maintain a Tier 3 Background Investigation and possibly a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee repairs on aircraft systems (engine, gearbox, rotor, avionics, etc.) and perform structural work and hydraulic tasks.
• Obtain and maintain CDQAR (Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative).
• Conduct regular inspections — 175-hour, isochronal, and phase inspections — for cracks, leaks, corrosion, and defects.
• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring systems and components to keep aircraft mission-ready.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, ensure safety procedures, and manage a team of mechanics.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and verify work performance.
• Specialize in engine/airframe repair and complete additional qualifications (e.g., ordnance).
• Document maintenance in OOMA or similar system, ensuring compliance with 4790 and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Electronics repair

Technical manuals

English communication

Job description

M1 Support Services, LP
300 N. Elm Street, Suite 101
Denton, TX 76201

Job Details

Location: San Diego, CA
Job Posting: 113847
Start Date: TBD
Contract: CFT HSM - 41 North Island
Salary Range: $45.27/Hour
Posting Date: 01/28/2026
Union: No
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Shift Work: Possible FT/PT Full-time
Relocation: No
Travel: Possible

Job Summary

As an Aircraft Mechanic II (Electronics) you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing various aircraft systems, including engines, avionics, hydraulics, armament, landing gear, and more. You will ensure aircraft readiness, inspect and repair systems, and manage a team of mechanics to complete tasks on time.

Responsibilities

1. Aircraft Maintenance: Oversee repairs on aircraft systems (engine, gearbox, rotor, avionics, etc.) using appropriate tools and equipment, including structural work, rigging, surface controls, and hydraulic systems.
2. Certifications: Obtain and maintain CDQAR (Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative).
3. Inspection and Repair: Conduct regular inspections — 175‑hour, isochronal, and phase inspections — to identify cracks, leaks, corrosion, and other defects.
4. System Modifications and Adjustments: Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring systems, accessories, and various aircraft components to keep aircraft mission‑ready.
5. Leadership: Assign tasks, monitor progress, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and manage a team of mechanics.
6. Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate maintenance records and verify that work was performed satisfactorily.
7. Specialization: Specialize in areas such as engine/airframe repair and complete additional qualifications as necessary, including ordnance qualifications.
8. Documentation: Maintain detailed records of all maintenance performed in OOMA or similar system, ensuring compliance with 4790 and safety standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum five years of recent O‑level H‑60S/R/F/H aircraft maintenance or equivalent rotary aircraft experience, including five years of H60 CDQAR/QAR experience.
• MH60‑R experience preferred, with prior experience working on U.S. Navy aircraft maintenance.
• At least two years in a management or leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to interpret technical manuals and publications, performing complex repairs and inspections on aircraft systems.
• Willingness to work all shifts, as required by flight schedule and tasking.
• Security clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier 3 Background Investigation and possibly a Secret Clearance.

Working Conditions

• Must be capable of lifting 50 lbs and performing physical tasks as required.
• Computer usage for documentation using codes and clear written and verbal English language required.
• Constant visual, communicative, and mental alertness needed while reviewing documents, walking around work areas, and operating in all weather conditions.
• Climbing aircraft using a step and all types of ladders or stands; standing for long periods with minimal sitting.
• Ability to work under extreme weather conditions and in environments with head, hand, hearing, eye, slip, and trip hazards; must use proper PPE and safety procedures.
• Must be able to work all shifts; full‑time employment, although 40 hours per week is not guaranteed.
• Flexible start and end times depending on flight schedule and overall tasking.

Benefits

M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package, including several options for medical, dental, vision, life and dependent life, AD&DD, short‑term and long‑term disability. Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses are available, and employees have access to a free Employee Assistance Program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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