Lakota Solutions - Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Mechanic

Lakota Solutions, LLC; Valparaiso (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakota Solutions is seeking an Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Mechanic on swing shift to support our contract at Eglin AFB, FL. The role involves inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and documentation of AGE assets on the flight line. Candidates should have prior AGE mechanic experience, the ability to read wiring diagrams, and familiarity with test equipment.

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoD clearance are required; CAC may be needed.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as an Aerospace Ground Equipment Mechanic.
• Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams.
• Proficient with test and diagnostic equipment.
• Must be able to obtain DoD Secret Clearance and CAC.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, troubleshoots/diagnoses malfunctions, makes repairs, services, cleans and treats for corrosion powered/non-powered AGE.
• Troubleshoots and corrects AGE malfunctions utilizing drawings, diagrams, schematics, and technical instructions.
• Removes, disassembles, repairs, cleans, treats for corrosion, assembles, and reinstalls AGE accessories and sub-components.
• Maintains manual and/or automated records including MIS documentation of maintenance actions.
• Individual performs daily flightline driving and servicing functions as required.

Job description

Description

Lakota Solutions is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Mechanic on the swing shift to support our contract at Eglin AFB, FL. This position will report directly to the section lead or a designated representative and is required to perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections, minor/major maintenance, operational checkouts and troubleshooting on assigned powered/non-powered ground support equipment/vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Clears Red “X” condition discrepancies and other forms symbols as required.
• Inspects, troubleshoots/diagnoses malfunctions, makes repairs, services, cleans and treats for corrosion powered/non-powered AGE.
• Troubleshoots and corrects AGE malfunctions utilizing drawings, diagrams, schematics, and technical instructions.
• Troubleshoots and corrects AGE malfunctions utilizing conventional and digital multi-meters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, oscilloscope, and gas turbine engine analyzers.
• Removes, disassembles repairs, cleans, treats for corrosion, assembles, and reinstalls AGE accessories and sub-components. Operates AGE to perform required functional tests to determine proper operation of powered/non-powered AGE in accordance with technical data.
• Uses and maintains applicable shop support equipment; may be required to perform repairs on equipment to include disassembly, repair and re-assembly in accordance with technical data.
• Maintains manual and/or automated records including Maintenance Information System (MIS) documentation of maintenance actions.
• Recommends methods to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures.
• Uses automated maintenance systems.
• Clears and closes out completed maintenance discrepancies in automated maintenance systems.
• May be required to perform like and similar duties of a lesser job description and other ancillary duties as assigned.
• Individual performs daily flightline driving and servicing functions as required.
• Responsible for proper and accurate maintenance documentation and time accounting systems associated with repairs.
• Uses hand and powered tools.
• Uses test and diagnostic equipment.
• Compliance with all applicable technical orders, equipment manuals, and regulations is required at all times in the daily performance of duties.
• Person must maintain immediate work area, facilities, and vehicles using good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Individual will be required to perform additional duties as required by AGE Site Manager.
• Required to perform assigned tasks within your work center that directly supports necessary functions of this job classification.

Requirements

Basic Minimum Requirements

• Prior experience as an Aerospace Ground Equipment Mechanic
• Individual must possess basic knowledge and understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles.
• Must be able to read and use electrical wiring diagrams in the performance of maintenance.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Must be able to operate common and special hand and power tools in the performance of duties.
• Individual must be capable of operating special test and diagnostic equipment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain valid state and flightline driver license

Candidate must be US Citizen

Candidate must have ability to obtain and maintain Common Access Card (CAC)

Candidate must have eligibility to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance

Candidate must have 5+ years experience with the following:

• Prior experience as an Aerospace Ground Equipment Mechanic
• Individual must possess basic knowledge and understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles.
• Must be able to read and use electrical wiring diagrams in the performance of maintenance.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Must be able to operate common and special hand and power tools in the performance of duties.
• Individual must be capable of operating special test and diagnostic equipment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain valid state and flightline driver license

About Lakota Solutions

Lakota Solutions maintains an outstanding work environment that includes competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and challenging work assignments with opportunities for advancement/career growth.

Our Mission

We deliver meaningful value to our shareholders, people, partners and customers.

Our Values

We are open, honest, and trustworthy

We respect all beliefs and perspectives

We work together as one team

We are committed to excellence in all that we do

We are responsible and accountable for our actions

Our Vision

Our people thrive, prosper and are self-sustaining. We inspire and hold each other up through meaningful connections to our land, ocean, traditions and heritage.

EEO Statement

Lakota Solutions is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

For further information on our equal opportunity protections as part of the employment process:

http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

Shareholder Hire

Lakota Solutions accords a hiring preference to qualified shareholders of its parent corporation, Shee Atiká Incorporated, an Alaska Native corporation, in accordance with and in implementation of applicable law, including without limitation 43 U.S.C. §1626(g).

Accessibility

Lakota Solutions is committed to expanding access to employment for people with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and your disability prevents you from applying, please advise what reasonable accommodation Lakota Solutions can provide to assist you in applying for one of our open positions. You may contact us by sending an email to [e-mail]

Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation for applying for a specific posted position will be responded to. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis.

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.