MAINTENANCE TECH II

Drgok; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Drgok is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to apply extensive knowledge for solving routine and complex tasks in a DoD environment. The role requires interpreting maintenance manuals, diagnosing malfunctions in flight simulator systems, and performing repairs to electrical and electronic components.

The ideal candidate will read schematics, utilize multiple operating systems, and document actions. Strong communication and technical writing skills are essential, with willingness to work various

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher with electronics program completion.
• 3–5 years’ experience as Flight Simulator Maintenance Technician or equivalent.
• Advanced skills to diagnose and isolate malfunctions in electronic systems and repair components.
• Proficient in diagnostic programs and interpreting results to locate faults.
• Experience with micro/miniature PCB repair and motion control/electronic loading systems.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex technical documents and drawings.
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Applies technical knowledge to solve complex problems using maintenance manuals.
• Receives guidance from supervisors and higher-level technicians as needed.
• Interprets and works with computer systems across multiple operating systems.
• Identifies and replaces defective parts in electronic circuits and hardware.
• Uses schematics and wiring diagrams to trace circuits and document actions.
• Maintains maintenance activity records in the database.
• Diagnoses malfunctions and performs operability tests and repairs.
• Interprets mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronic schematics.

Skills

Flight simulator maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electronic systems

Technical writing

UNIX

Red Hat

FORTRAN

Schematic interpretation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or higher

Advanced civilian electronics program

Advanced military electronics program

Tools

O-scope

Voltm/Ohm meters

Calibration test sets

Test equipment

UNIX

Red Hat

Job description

Description

A Maintenance Technician II applies comprehensive knowledge and experience to solve routine technical tasks and/or system issues that may typically be performed by reference to Technical Maintenance manuals or similar documentation. Work and performance duties may require review by higher level technicians to ensure compliance with accepted practices and/or standard operating procedures. Work being performed for the first time and any task for which the employee is not documented as being proficient will require review by the assigned manager, shift lead, or a higher-level technician to ensure work is completed accurately and safely. When certified, technician may provide guidance and instruction to lower-level technicians.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include, but are not limited to:

• Applies technical knowledge to solve complex problems, those typically solved by properly interpreting maintenance manuals or similar documents.
• Receives limited technical guidance, as required from supervisor or higher-level technicians and work is reviewed for specific compliance with accepted practices and work assignments.
• Capable of interpreting and working with computer systems utilizing various and multiple operating systems.
• Identifies and replaces defective parts in electronic circuits and associated hardware.
• Utilizes drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams to trace circuits.
• Maintains required documentation of maintenance activities and corrective actions utilizing the Maintenance Management database system.
• Diagnoses malfunctions of computers, associated equipment, and performs operability/readiness tests and repair.
• Performs systems interface/fault isolation.
• Interprets mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronic schematics and drawings and creates simplified versions when needed.
• Conducts voice communications on phone, inter-phone, and radio circuits.
• Maintains device requirements, system design standards.
• Implements basic modifications to existing simulators and training devices.
• Maintains good relations with customers and ensures information flows within technical organization.
• Implements basic modifications of existing simulators.
• Other duties as identified and assigned.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• Must be skilled at use and operation of test equipment, including torque wrenches, “O” scopes, frequency maters, volt/ohm meters, calibration test sets, etc.
• Must possess advanced skills necessary to diagnose and isolate malfunctions in electronic systems; align, adjust, and calibrate installed training devices; interpret mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic schematics.
• Must possess advanced skills to perform calibrations, adjustments and tests on electronic equipment, analyze operation, verify discrepancies, isolate malfunctions and replace defective components.
• Must be highly proficient in the use of diagnostic programs, interpretation of results to isolate faults.
• Must be adept in utilization of program listings to isolate faults and in repair of micro/miniature printed circuit boards, electro/mechanical systems, to include projection display systems, electronic motion control and electronic control loading systems and computer sound systems.
• Must be able to perform routine preventative maintenance actions using maintenance cards, work instructions and instructional manuals to perform daily system readiness checks, pre-operational and post-operational checkouts.
• Must be able to work in a team environment, or independently with minimal supervision.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to effectively deliver oral presentations to management and the customer.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Must be willing to work any shift or day of the week as required.
• High School diploma or higher with equivalent education.
• Completion of an advanced civilian or advanced military electronics program.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience as a Flight Simulator Maintenance Technician or equivalent.
• Experienced in troubleshooting complex non-routine problems on flight simulation equipment, including digital and analog hardware/software, and motion systems.
• Experience in conducting advanced training in troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating critical solid-state equipment.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular technical field.
• Must be highly skilled in technical writing and presentation skills.
• Experience in component level test and repair of microprocessor-controlled equipment and working knowledge of UNIX, RedHat, and FORTRAN languages.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Forklift certification (as required).

Security + Plus Certification (mandatory), or able to obtain within 6 months.

Supervisory Responsibilities

As Required.

Security Responsibilities

Eligible and obtain (if required) a DoD Personnel Security Clearance.

Must comply with all company Information Systems security policies and procedures.

May be responsible for proper classification and marking of all information and materials. Employee shall not divulge any information, or afford access to other employees not having a need-to-know authorization. Shall not divulge information outside the company without management approval. Will be required to execute company non-disclosure agreement prior to access to any controlled information.

Language Skills

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex words and technical documents/diagrams.

Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing and work effectively as part of a team.

Reasoning Ability and Mathematical Skills

Must be able to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. An ability to interpret complex customer requirements and attitudes from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is desirable. Must be able to calculate figures and numbers, and percentages and be able to draw and interpret graphs. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and drawings.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment and physical characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds.

Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladders.

Must be able to accommodate confined spaces.

Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top or under equipment.

Must be able to detect odors, noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect discrepancies of malfunctioning equipment.

Must be able to distinguish colors.

Must be able to perform Domestic and International travel as required.

Shop floor environment.

Will be working in areas with risk of injury from electrical applications, moving mechanical parts, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems under pressure and electrical motion systems.

May be exposed to conditions of extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises.