Aircraft Mechanic - J-85 Engine

V2X, Inc.; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Life insurance, AD&D, and disability

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Learning and Development resources

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

V2X, Inc. in Fallon, NV seeks an Aircraft Mechanic with FAA A&P license to perform I-Level engine maintenance under a CBA.

You will disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble engines and components, comply with safety, write clear records, and support corrosion control and test cell procedures.

Qualifications

• Three years of aircraft maintenance experience, with licensed A&P in the last two years.
• Completion of approved course or training per DOD/regulation.
• Experience in corrosion detection, treatment and prevention.
• Qualified to maintenance level 'O' or 'I'.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to mechanics within the work center or special work group by sharing technical knowledge to enhance accomplishment of tasks.
• Disassemble, inspect, and repair engines and accessories.
• Read, interpret, and apply instructions from Blueprints, schematics, and other approved data.
• Maintain records and ensure Quality Assurance inspections are complied with.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and tool control; comply with safety rules.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

FAA A&P license

Corrosion detection

English proficiency

Security clearance

Education

FAA Airframe & Powerplant license

Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

This position is part of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Primarily performs maintenance at the I-Level engine shop to accomplish third through first degree engine repairs. Disassembles, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and assembles aircraft engines, accessories, and related system components. All work is performed in accordance with applicable manufacturer maintenance manuals, company directives and other approved data. May be requested to perform Leadman duties when designated and authorized. May be required to handle hazardous materials in performance of assigned duties.

• Provide guidance to Mechanics within the work center or special work group by sharing technical knowledge to enhance accomplishment of assigned tasks.
• Evaluate condition of engine and dynamic components requiring inspections as a result of operation outside of established parameters.
• Must be capable of becoming engine test cell run qualified if directed by management.
• Must be familiar with test cell engine run up safety procedures.
• Coordinate with supervision and Quality Assurance to resolve questions concerning serviceability and/or repair procedures.
• Read, interpret, and apply instructions from Blueprints, schematics and other approved data.
• Assist with ordering parts, tools, materials and equipment as required.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work center and around your assigned work area.
• Responsible for adhering to Company Tool Control Program.
• Must comply with established General and Industrial Safety Rules and Regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities and job assignment.
• Ensure Quality Assurance inspections are complied with.
• Maintain appropriate records of all work accomplished.
• Assist in the removal and replacement of aircraft engines utilizing appropriate support equipment.
• Must be able to work day shift, night shift or weekend duty and travel as part of a maintenance recovery team or detachment as required.
• Perform other tasks as directed by management.
• Provides technical assistance, guidance and instruction as required.
• Maintains and/or completes required records and applicable maintenance forms
• Practice good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness/prevention and safety at all times.
• Assists in aircraft/equipment movement and flight line foreign object prevention walks.
• Operates SE, flight line vehicles and other support equipment as required.
• Qualified to perform corrosion detection, treatment, prevention and documentation per customer/management instructions/directions on aircraft and associated equipment.
• Annotates maintenance actions in aircraft forms and VIDS/MAF and NALCOMIS/OOMA.
• Will have knowledge of and understand basic supply procedures.
• Must comply with established General and Industrial Safety Rules and Regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities and job assignment.
• Keeps shop area clean and participates in daily Facilities cleanup.
• Must have a collateral duty assigned by management.
• Must have experience in corrosion detection, treatment and prevention.
• Must be customer oriented.

Qualifications

• Aircraft mechanics shall have three years experience. The last two years must have been as a practicing licensed FAA airframe and power plants mechanic; in the military; civil service (WG-7-10), or with a government aviation maintenance Contractor.
• Must have successfully completed approved course or training as required by Company, State/Local Govt, DOD, regulation/Instruction.
• Must have experience in corrosion detection, treatment and prevention.
• Personnel shall be qualified according to their field of expertise and the level of maintenance assigned, i.e., “O” or “I” level.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a secret clearance.
• Valid U.S. Drivers License
• Must be a US citizen and completed high school or equivalent.
• Will have experience writing with clarity and technical accuracy.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.

Physical Demands:

This classification activity requires the scope of physical movements and postures normally associated with shop/hanger/flight line maintenance activities to include bending, stooping, walking, climbing, pushing, stretching, kneeling and working in tiring, uncomfortable positions, etc. May be required to lift objects whose weight normally will not exceed 50 pounds. Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment:

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment where inclement weather may subject individual to severe changes of temperature, wind, rain, etc. May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. May be exposed to electrical shock hazards.

Certifications may be required by Management post-hire:

• Egress/Explosive System Checkout
• Emergency Reclamation
• Corrosion Control
• Support Equipment Operator
• Turn Up Certification as required
• Tow Supervisor/Tow Brake Operations
• Barrier monitor
• Test Cell Certification

Benefits:

What We Bring:

• At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
• The successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on the current rate agreed in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this site.

Employee benefits include the following:

• Healthcare coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Retirement plan
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays and leave of absences
• Eligible Tuition Reimbursement
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.