AIRCRAFT MECHANIC II FLIGHT LINE

Kay & Associates, Inc.; Kaneohe (HI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Eleven paid holidays

Vacation/PTO as per CBA

Job summary

Kay & Associates, Inc. in Kaneohe, HI is seeking a mid-level Aircraft Mechanic II for flight line support on KC-130 aircraft. The role focuses on powerplant maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and documenting actions per NAMP and contract requirements. The candidate may lead junior mechanics and ensure safety programs are followed.

Qualifications

• 6+ years powerplant aviation maintenance experience.
• 4+ years KC-130 or similar aircraft maintenance experience.
• Must be able to work day, swing, mid, or weekend shift as required.
• Former CDQAR preferred, must be CDQAR within 90 days of start.
• Former Safe for Flight preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform general aircraft maintenance and inspections.
• Flight Line Operations/Functions and Support Equipment (SE) Operations and Inspections.
• Corrosion control tasks and troubleshooting; interpret directives and technical manuals.

Skills

Powerplant aviation maintenance

KC-130 experience

Leadership

Shift flexibility

Job description

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC II FLIGHT LINE (23022)

Specialty: Powerplants

Summary

Provides support of Organizational-level aircraft maintenance and Corrosion Abatement on KC-130 series aircraft in accordance with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP), applicable technical data, and federal contract requirements.

Mid-level aircraft mechanic supporting contract maintenance on KC-130 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
• Ordnance Handling
• 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

• 6+ years powerplant aviation maintenance experience
• 4+ years KC-130 or similar aircraft maintenance experience
• Must be able to work day, swing, mid, or weekend shift as required
• Former CDQAR preferred, must be CDQAR within 90 days of start
• Former Safe for Flight preferred
• Must meet qualification requirements in accordance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) timelines

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.

Compensation

• $45.66 - $46.90/hour + H&W IAW CBA

Benefits:

Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in KAI’s 401k plan. Employees have a minimum of eleven paid holidays. Vacation/PTO IAW with applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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.

Kay and Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here: “Know Your Rights” . KAI's EEO Policy Statement is available here: EEO Policy .

Kay and Associates, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.