Aircraft Mechanic III (Quality Assurance Representative)

Kay & Associates, Inc.; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k plan

11 paid holidays

Vacation/PTO as wage determination

Job summary

Kay and Associates, Inc. seeks an experienced Aircraft Mechanic III (Quality Assurance Representative) in Oceanside, CA. You will support H-1 maintenance QA activities, review directives, certify personnel, and participate in technical task forces to drive corrective actions.

The role requires extensive H-1 maintenance background, CDI/CDQAR familiarity, and NALCOMIS proficiency. Responsibilities include QA inspections, MDR/NALCOMIS reviews, and mentoring lower-level technicians.

Qualifications

• Completion of NALCOMIS (Optimized) OMA QA Administration course (C-555-0046)
• 4+ years H-1 aviation maintenance experience
• 7+ years airframe, avionics, or powerplant aviation maintenance experience
• 7+ years H-1 or similar aircraft maintenance experience preferred
• 10+ years rotary wing maintenance experience preferred
• 7+ years NALCOMIS/OOMA preferred
• Basic Corrosion Control Course preferred
• Advanced Corrosion Control Course/Paint and Final Finish preferred
• ATABS Course preferred
• Former CDI/CDQAR preferred
• Must be able to work day shift

Responsibilities

• 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
• Perform Launch and Recovery Operations
• Perform and inspect airframe, flight control, hydraulic, pneumatic, and landing gear systems
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and directives
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft avionics systems
• Document maintenance actions per NAMP requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Quality Assurance

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

NALCOMIS/OOMA QA Admin course

4+ years aviation maintenance (H-1)

7+ years airframe/avionics/powerplant

Tools

NALCOMIS/OOMA

ATABS

Job description

Aircraft Mechanic III (Quality Assurance Representative)

#10169

Oceanside, California, United States

Job Description

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC III (Quality Assurance Representative) (23023)

Specialty: Airframes / Structures / Powerplants / Avionics

Summary

Provides support to 3 rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) Marine Light Attack Helicopter (HMLAT)-303 Corrosion Control, Tool Room, and Organizational Level (O-Level) Maintenance on H-1 aircraft in accordance with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP), applicable technical data, and federal contract requirements.

Senior-level aircraft mechanic/Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) supporting H-1 aircraft Quality Assurance operations.

Essential Functions

• Monitor all programs that fall under the QA work center as directed by the Government.
• Review incoming technical publications and directives to determine their application to the Maintenance Department.
• Assist in the certification of production personnel.
• Participate as members of technical task forces to investigate trouble areas and provide recommendations for corrective action.
• Review the qualifications of personnel nominated to become CDIs or
• CDQARs and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Review and investigate hazard reports, per Office of the Chief of Naval Operations Instruction (OPNAVINST) 2750.6, received from other activities which may apply to the unit.
• Assist division officers and work center supervisors in the preparation of Discrepancy Reports (DRs), reviewing all entries for adequacy and correctness prior to the AMO approval.
• Provide technical assistance to CDIs and production personnel who are required to make QA decisions.
• Periodically accompany CDIs on inspections to evaluate their performance.
• Review Maintenance Data Reports (MDRs)/ Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information System for Organizational Maintenance Activities (NALCOMIS) reports/inquiries, Maintenance Action Forms (MAFs), Work Orders (WO’s), DRs, and hazard reports for discrepancy trends and specific problem areas in areas of responsibility.
• Conduct final inspections upon completion of tasks requiring certification by QARs.
• Ensure personnel are briefed about the Tool Control Program (TCP) and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention program requirements and report discrepancies to the TCP and FOD prevention program managers.
• All certified QARs will be Mechanic IIIs. The Contractor shall refer to squadron SOPs for QAR certification requirements.
• Provide QA augmentation in support of HMLAT-303 aircraft.

Duties

• 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
• Perform Launch and Recovery Operations
• Perform and inspect airframe, flight control, hydraulic, pneumatic, and landing gear systems
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and directives
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft avionics systems
• Document maintenance actions per NAMP requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of the Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information System (NALCOMIS) (Optimized) Organizational Level Maintenance Activity (OMA) Quality Assurance Administration course (Course C-555-0046) required
• 4+ years H-1 aviation maintenance experience required
• 7+ years airframe, avionics, or powerplant aviation maintenance experience
• 7+ years H-1 or similar aircraft maintenance experience preferred
• 10+ years rotary wing maintenance experience preferred
• 7+ years’ experience with NALCOMIS/OOMA preferred
• Basic Corrosion Control Course preferred
• Advanced Corrosion Control Course/Paint and Final Finish preferred
• Automated Track and Balancing System (ATABS) Course (NATEC provides) preferred
• Previously certified H-1 CDQAR preferred
• Must be able to work day shift
• Former CDI/CDQAR preferred

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

• $45.99/hour + $6.25 H&W

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 wage determination

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.