Aircraft Servicer

V2X Inc; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Learning & development

Employee assistance

Job summary

V2X Inc. in Meridian, MS is seeking a Plane Captain to provide line services for scheduled flight operations. You will inspect aircraft, fuel, service engines, and assist with aircraft movement and safety on the ramp.

Training will be provided, with annual re-qualification and potential lead duties. The role requires DoD CAC eligibility, a HS diploma or equivalent, and the ability to travel up to 50% with rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Must obtain and maintain a DoD CAC (Common Access Card)
• HS diploma or equivalent required
• Preferred 1 year aircraft experience and/or accredited air frame & power plant license; or completion of a military Aviation A School
• Must have basic mechanical aptitude
• Must pass Plane Captain Board and become qualified within 120 days
• Must read/write/speak/understand English
• Must be able to travel ~50%
• Must be able to work rotating shifts
• Must have a valid state driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Launch and recover aircraft in accordance with guidelines, day and night
• Perform aircraft inspections per published criteria
• Conduct fueling operations using gravity fill and closed circuit methods
• Service engine oil and hydraulic systems as required
• Assist as a member of aircraft moving crew and engine rinse team
• Clean and lubricate aircraft as assigned; maintain work area cleanliness
• Operate portable fire fighting equipment and safety gear

Skills

Aircraft experience

Plane Captain duties

English proficiency

Safety compliance

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Airframe & powerplant license or Aviation A School

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.

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

Provides line services in support of scheduled flight operations. These services include inspection, servicing, cleaning, launching and recovery of aircraft. Will be required to operate self propelled ground equipment during daily routine. Services are primarily performed outside. Must complete training program and be certified in writing as a plane captain. Required to re-qualify annually. May be required to handle hazardous materials in performance of assigned duties. Limited use of hand tools which normally include screwdrivers, flashlights and tools necessary to assist with engine rinses and aircraft washes.

Essential Duties And Accountabilities

• Launch and recover aircraft in accordance with specific guidelines during day and night hours.
• Perform aircraft inspections in accordance with published criteria.
• Perform fueling operations using gravity fill and closed circuit refueling methods.
• Service engine oil and hydraulic systems as required.
• Act as a member of an aircraft moving crew when directed.
• Perform aircraft washing and lubrication when assigned.
• Act as a member of the engine rinse team when directed.
• Be familiar with and operate portable fire fighting equipment.
• Use provided safety equipment when working with hazardous materials.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work center and around your assigned work area, to include flightline and hangar as directed.
• Responsible for adhering to all applicable Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention rules and regulations.
• Responsible for the adhering to the Company Tool Control Program.
• Must comply with established General and Industrial Safety Rules and Regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities and job assignment.
• Maintain appropriate records of all work accomplished.
• May be required to perform off-site service on assigned detachments.
• May be required to perform simple computer input functions.
• Pursuant to the specific provisions of the CBA, at the discretion of management, may be requested to perform the duties of Lead.

When Assigned To Outlying Fields

• Maintain a communications link with line supervisory personnel and the on-site crash crew.
• May be required to remove and reinstall aircraft doors for specific outlying field operations.
• Provide gravity and hot fueling services at outlying fields when assigned.
• Assist when directed to ensure safety, security and preservation of Government owned and Company owned equipment.
• Perform other reasonably related incidental duties when directed within the job classification.

Qualifications

Qualifications Standards:

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) CAC (Commons Access Card)
• Must have a minimum of HS diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred - 1 year aircraft experience and/or accredited air frame and power plant license; or completion of a military Aviation "A" School; or one (1) year experience with OJT certification on selected tasks.
• Must have basic mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to pass comprehensive testing, demonstrate practical knowledge after training and successfully complete examination by the Plane Captain Board to become a qualified Plane Captain within 120 days.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be a able to travel 50%.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.
• Must have a valid state driver's license.

What We Bring

At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.

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.