CBA Aircraft Mechanic - NTWP - China Lake, CA.

Vertex Aerospace LLC; China Lake (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks skilled aircraft maintenance personnel to ensure airworthiness through repairs and overhauls. This role involves using hand and power tools to maintain aircraft structures, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with safety standards. With a focus on teamwork and precision, you will contribute to vital RDT&E programs. The company offers a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits, including healthcare and retirement plans, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about aviation maintenance.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Learning and Development resources

Employee assistance resources

Qualifications

• Must have completed Navy Class 'C' school or equivalent.
• Five years experience in airframes/hydraulics maintenance required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service aircraft airframe and hydraulic systems.
• Inspect components for leaks and damage.

Skills

Aircraft Structural Repair

Hydraulic Systems Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Use of Hand Tools

Use of Power Tools

Education

Navy Class 'C' School in Airframe and Hydraulic Repair

Five Years Organizational Level Experience

Tools

Welding Equipment

Rivet Guns

Drills

Sheet Metal Brake

Job description

Description

Services, repairs, and overhauls aircraft to ensure airworthiness. Repairs include replacing and rebuilding aircraft structures of moderate difficulty, such as wings, fuselage, surface controls, and functional components including rigging, plumbing, and hydraulic units utilizing hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet guns, and drills. Reads and interprets manufacturer's publications, maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. Inspects airframe components for fluid leaks, cracks, and other damage. Troubleshoot, remove, replace, and repair aircraft structural and hydraulic system components. Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft systems. As required by site operations and management, be certified as a CDI. Correctly prioritizes workload to maintain schedules and maintenance standards on assigned projects.

Qualifications

The candidate must have completed the Navy Class "C" school in airframe and hydraulic repair for the specific T/M/S aircraft billet, or USMC/USCG equivalent (Five years organizational level experience on the applicable T/M/S aircraft may substitute for the Class "C" school). Must have at least five (5) years experience in organizational-level airframes/hydraulics maintenance in similar T/M/S aircraft. Three (3) years experience in the specific TIM required/Series preferred aircraft is required, with two (2) of those years within the last three years being strongly preferred. Engine turn qualified and Auxiliary Power Unit designated personnel shall be at a minimum, level II mechanics. May need to become Plane Captain certified by an approved process for each applicable T/M/S. Must hold a valid driver's license and be eligible for and maintain a secret level clearance.

Duties

The candidate is required to maintain and service the applicable aircraft airframe and hydraulic systems/components as needed in support of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 31 RDT&E Programs, following applicable publications and instructions.

Benefits include:

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

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the company's discretion, consistent with applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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