CBA Aircraft Mechanic (AME) - T45 Program

Vectrus, Inc; Kingsville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Life insurance & disability

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

V2X is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic, ALSS (AME) to perform on- and off-aircraft maintenance on egress and environmental systems, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, servicing, launch and recovery, corrosion control, and inspections. The role involves operating ground support equipment, assisting with aircraft movement, and supporting FOD prevention on the flight line.

The position requires travel to off-site detachments (≥10%), and candidates must obtain DoD CAC within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent ejection seat maintenance experience.
• 3 years' experience in system component repair.
• Graduate of a military or factory-equivalent ejection seat course.
• Familiar with Navy technical publications and safety procedures.
• Ability to train personnel and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain aircraft per procedures and safety rules.
• Perform on- and off-aircraft egress system maintenance for T-45.
• Inspect and replace ejection seats, canopies, and related hardware.
• Handle CADs/PADs explosive items and environmental systems.
• Operate GSE and tow equipment; support flight line operations.
• Document actions in maintenance systems and order parts.
• Travel to off-site detachments up to 10%.

Skills

Ejection seat maintenance

Flight line operations

Aviation safety

Schematic interpretation

OOMA/NALCOMIS experience

Hazardous materials handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Ejection seat course (I/O maintenance)

Tools

GSE equipment handling

Canopy/tools for canopy drive

Explosive devices handling tools

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

Position Summary

The Aircraft Mechanic, ALSS (AME) performs on- and off-aircraft maintenance on egress and environmental systems, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, servicing, launch and recovery, corrosion control, and inspection with minimal supervision. This role also operates ground support equipment and flight line vehicles, assists with aircraft/equipment movement, and supports flight line foreign object prevention (FOD) walks. A strong customer service orientation is essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain assigned aircraft in accordance with customer, manufacturer, and company procedures
• Perform all on- and off-equipment egress system maintenance for T-45 aircraft
• Remove, transport, inspect, repair, and reinstall ejection seats
• Inspect, repair, and clean seat harnesses
• Inventory, store, remove, and replace Cartridge Actuated Devices (CADs) and Propulsion Actuated Devices (PADs) explosive items
• Maintain the environmental system for T-45 aircraft
• Maintain and inspect canopy and canopy explosive devices
• Maintain and inspect the On-Board Oxygen Generating System (OBOGS)
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft on- and off-equipment maintenance
• Perform aircraft corrosion control procedures, including washing, wiping down, polishing, and vacuuming
• Operate Ground Support Equipment (GSE), flight line vehicles, and other support equipment as required
• Drive tugs to tow equipment and aircraft
• Document maintenance actions on aircraft forms, Visual Information Display Systems (VIDS)/Maintenance Action Forms (MAF), or within Optimized Organizational Maintenance Activity (OOMA) systems
• Order aircraft and equipment parts
• Supervise and/or assist with aircraft/equipment movement and flight line FOD prevention walks
• Maintain good housekeeping, tool control, and FOD awareness/prevention practices; observe safety protocols at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Travel to off-site detachments as required (minimum 10% travel)
• Obtain and maintain a security clearance within 6 months of start date

Qualifications

Qualifications

Experience & Training

• Minimum 3 years of experience within the last 6 years in ejection seat maintenance
• Minimum 3 years of recent system component repair experience
• Graduate of a military or factory-equivalent ejection seat course of instruction
• Working familiarity with Navy technical publications
• Demonstrated ability to conduct on-the-job training and maintain personnel seat/cockpit safety checkout training records
• Qualified in the removal and replacement of ejection seats, canopies, and explosive devices at both "I" and "O" maintenance levels
• Qualified in the rigging of explosive linkages/devices for seats and canopies
• Experienced in performing flow checks on egress systems
• Experienced in fitting and rigging aircraft canopy, canopy drive, and locking mechanisms at both "I" and "O" levels
• Experience with environmental control systems

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of aircraft safety directives
• In-depth knowledge of flight line operations, including aircraft/vehicle movement and associated safety hazards
• In-depth knowledge of common and special aircraft tools and test equipment
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply schematic diagrams, drawings, charts, and technical publications
• Working knowledge of basic computer systems; OOMA experience preferred
• Willingness and ability to work with job-required hazardous materials
• Willingness and ability to conduct specialty on-the-job training
• Professional, courteous, and effective communication with customers and company personnel

Certifications & Requirements

• Capable of obtaining Non-Nuclear Ordnance Certification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Current civilian driver's license; ability to obtain and maintain a Government flight line driver's license
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) CAC (Commons Access Card)

Physical Demands

This position is typically performed in a maintenance hangar and outdoor flight line environment, requiring physical movements and postures associated with on-aircraft/equipment activities, including climbing, standing, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, extensive walking, and working in tiring or uncomfortable positions. Must be able to regularly lift 35 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds unassisted. Requires close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Conditions vary from minimal physical discomfort to exposure to inclement weather, including temperature extremes, wind, and rain. May involve exposure to high-noise environments, fumes, airborne particles, and electrical shock hazards.

Licensing and Certification Requirements

To be obtained within the first 6 months of hire unless otherwise noted:

• Aviation Structural Mechanic (Safety Equipment) Course or AME "A" School
• Formal/Specialized Training or equivalent
• Hazardous Waste Communication Training
• FOD and Tool Control Procedures (TCP) Awareness
• OPNAVINST 4790.2 Program Awareness
• ISO 9110 Program Awareness
• OOMA NALCOMIS Training
• Valid state driver's license (required upon application)
• Support Equipment Operation Certification
• Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) / Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR)
• ESD Training
• Plane Captain Certification
• Non-Nuclear Ordnance Certification
• Aircraft Brake Rider Certification
• Aircraft Towing Certification
• Fuel Surveillance Training
• Operational Risk Management (ORM) Training
• Egress System Checkout Certification

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.