Aircraft Mechanic (UH-1)

Amentum; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aviation maintenance is seeking a qualified Rotorcraft Technician in Madison, Wisconsin. The position involves the comprehensive maintenance and repair of SacMetro UH-1 helicopters, requiring an FAA A&P Certificate and significant rotorcraft experience. The ideal candidate will be adept in FAA regulations and possess a strong commitment to safety and quality service.

Qualifications

• Eight years' experience as a qualified A&P technician.
• Five years in inspecting and maintaining Bell UH-1 or similar models.
• Military experience may substitute for typical entry requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of UH-1 helicopters.
• Assist in emergency repair and recovery.
• Inspect rotorcraft systems for airworthiness.

Skills

FAA regulations

Rotorcraft inspection

Maintenance procedures

Education

FAA A&P Certificate

Job description

This position requires performing maintenance and repair of SacMetro UH-1 helicopters. The Technician assigned to the maintenance of the district's rotorcraft shall meet the following minimum requirements:

• Possess a FAA A&P Certificate
• Possess a valid Class-C California driver's license.
• Have eight (8) years' experience as a Journeyman level certified A&P technician performing rotorcraft inspection and maintenance, with not less than five (5) years of experience specifically performing inspections and maintenance of Bell UH-1 rotorcraft or similar variant models. Military experience may qualify for the eight (8) year entry level requirement if the level of work and responsibility was equal to that of a certified A&P technician.

The Technician shall have a knowledge of:

• FAA regulations pertaining to the maintenance, modification, and repair of UH-1 rotorcraft, engines, and related systems.
• FAA approved maintenance and inspection procedures, manuals, and techniques.
• Rotorcraft shop maintenance organization, workload assessment, and assignment.
• Rotorcraft structures, systems, controls, engines, and components.

The Technician shall be responsible for and possess the ability to:

• Assist in the emergency repair and recovery of damaged rotorcraft.
• Plan the daily workflow of maintenance and repairs.
• Inspect rotorcraft and systems for condition and continued airworthiness.
• Coordinate the documentation of the maintenance and repair of rotorcraft.
• Recover damaged rotorcraft.
• Return rotorcraft to service after major modification, maintenance, or repair.
• Maintain rotorcraft work order packages and compile all necessary documentation on the maintenance of rotorcraft.
• Track technician work hours and track the shop hours involved in the various levels of maintenance.
• Provide consultations and guidance to the District regarding Metro Fire rotorcraft maintenance issues.

Compensation & Benefits

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $46.80 - $50.00 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education,

experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market

data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: please visit our careers site: www.amentumcareers.com

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