AIRCRAFT MECHANIC III [QUALITY ASSURANCE]

Kay & Associates, Inc.; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kay and Associates, Inc. provides senior-level aviation maintenance support, specializing in KC-130 series aircraft under NAMP guidance and federal contract requirements.

The Aircraft Mechanic III (Quality Assurance) role focuses on QA oversight, complex maintenance, and documentation across multiple shifts at various locations. The position requires extensive airframe/avionics/powerplant experience, hands-on leadership, and adherence to safety, tool control, and quality programs, with a path to

Qualifications

• 7+ years airframe, avionics, or powerplant aviation maintenance experience.
• 5+ years KC-130 or similar aircraft maintenance experience.
• Must be able to work day, swing, mid, or weekend shift as required.
• Former QAR/CDQAR preferred; must become QAR/CDQAR within 90 days of start.
• Former Safe for Flight preferred.
• Must meet qualification requirements in accordance with PWS timelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform Quality Assurance functions for KC-130 aircraft
• 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
• Ensure compliance with Tool Control, FOD, safety, and quality programs

Skills

Airframe maintenance

Avionics maintenance

Powerplant maintenance

Quality assurance

Job description

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC III [QUALITY ASSURANCE]

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Job Description

PENDING CONTRACT AWARD

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC III [QUALITY ASSURANCE] (23023)

Specialty: Airframes / Structures / Powerplants / Avionics

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.

Senior-level aircraft mechanic supporting contract maintenance on KC-130 series aircraft.

Essential Functions

• Perform Quality Assurance functions for KC-130 aircraft
• 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
• Ensure compliance with Tool Control, FOD, safety, and quality programs

Duties

• Shall be able to perform duties as QAR/CDQAR
• 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

• 7+ years airframe, avionics, or powerplant aviation maintenance experience
• 5+ years KC-130 or similar aircraft maintenance experience
• Must be able to work day, swing, mid, or weekend shift as required
• Former QAR/CDQAR preferred, must be QAR/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.

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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