KC-130 Avionics Mechanic II — Lead Troubleshooter

Kay & Associates, Inc.; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kay & Associates, Inc. is seeking a mid- to senior-level aircraft mechanic to support organizational-level maintenance on KC-130 series aircraft under NAMP and contract requirements.

The role focuses on performing complex maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and modifications with emphasis on corrosion abatement and airframe systems. Candidates should have 6+ years of avionics aviation maintenance, 4+ years on KC-130 or similar aircraft, and be eligible for a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years avionics aviation maintenance experience.
• 4+ years KC-130 or similar aircraft maintenance experience.
• Secret clearance required.

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.
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and directives; preserve and de-preserve equipment.

Skills

Avionics maintenance

Team guidance

Job description

Kay & Associates, Inc. is seeking a mid- to senior-level aircraft mechanic to support organizational-level maintenance on KC-130 series aircraft under NAMP and contract requirements.

The role focuses on performing complex maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and modifications with emphasis on corrosion abatement and airframe systems. Candidates should have 6+ years of avionics aviation maintenance, 4+ years on KC-130 or similar aircraft, and be eligible for a Secret clearance.