KC-130 Airframe Mechanic II - Lead & Troubleshooting

Kay & Associates, Inc.; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kay and Associates, Inc. is seeking a mid-level aircraft mechanic to support organizational-level maintenance and corrosion abatement on KC-130 aircraft in Buffalo Grove, IL. You will work under NAMP guidelines, document actions in logs, and may lead junior technicians.

This position requires 6+ years of airframe maintenance, 4+ years on KC-130 or similar aircraft, and flexibility to work various shifts. CDQAR and Safe for Flight are preferred; candidates must meet PWS timelines and maintain

Qualifications

• 6+ years airframe aviation maintenance experience.
• 4+ years KC-130 or similar aircraft maintenance experience.
• Must be able to work day, swing, mid, or weekend shift as required.
• Former CDQAR preferred, must be CDQAR within 90 days of start.
• Former Safe for Flight preferred.
• Must meet qualification requirements in accordance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) timelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repair, and modification.
• Document maintenance actions in aircraft logs and approved maintenance systems.
• May lead and provide technical guidance to lower-level mechanics.
• Ensure compliance with Tool Control, FOD, safety, and quality programs.
• Perform general aircraft maintenance
• Scheduled and Unscheduled maintenance
• Flight Line Operations/Functions
• Support Equipment (SE) Operations and Inspections
• Aircraft Movement
• Corrosion Control & Spot Treatment
• Troubleshooting
• Preservation and De-preservation
• Technical Directive Compliance and Modifications
• Perform and inspect airframe, flight control, hydraulic, pneumatic, and landing gear systems
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and directives
• Document maintenance actions per NAMP requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Airframe maintenance

KC-130 exp

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Safety compliance

Job description

Kay and Associates, Inc. is seeking a mid-level aircraft mechanic to support organizational-level maintenance and corrosion abatement on KC-130 aircraft in Buffalo Grove, IL. You will work under NAMP guidelines, document actions in logs, and may lead junior technicians.

This position requires 6+ years of airframe maintenance, 4+ years on KC-130 or similar aircraft, and flexibility to work various shifts. CDQAR and Safe for Flight are preferred; candidates must meet PWS timelines and maintain