TPS - Aircraft Mechanic(Fixed Wing)

V2X Inc; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Learning resources

Employee assistance

Job summary

V2X Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic in Maryland who will troubleshoot and repair aircraft structures, engines, and systems to keep fleets safe and ready. You will lead teams on complex maintenance tasks and ensure compliance with DoD and NAVCAN standards.

The role requires four years of relevant experience, a DoD Secret clearance, a high school diploma, and a valid state driver’s license; willingness to work under physically demanding conditions is essential.

Qualifications

• DoD Secret Level security clearance required.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of specialized courses in aircraft structural repair.
• Four years of hands-on repair and maintenance on specified aircraft.
• Valid US state driver's license.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to obtain a government flight line driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair aircraft components including flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• Replace or repair worn components using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment and inspect engine parts.
• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring and perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections.
• Apply knowledge of airframe and power plant systems to determine malfunctions.
• Supervise jacking and towing of aircraft and lead complex tasks when required.
• Prioritize workload and document entries in aircraft logs; comply with NAV/COM publications.

Skills

Aircraft mechanics knowledge

Reading data interpretation

English proficiency

Driver's license

Safety mindedness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Specialized courses in aircraft structural repair

Tools

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Sheet metal brakes

Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

The Aircraft Mechanic troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems to ensure aircraft remains in safe operating condition. Maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty. Receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks.

This position is part of a CBA(Collective Bargaining Agreement)

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• Work involves: replacing or repairing worn or damaged components, such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, and engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment; removing engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck, disassembling and inspecting parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and repairing or replacing defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft.
• Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
• Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions.
• Applies required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation.
• Applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufacturers' manuals.
• Supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft and verifies the work was performed satisfactorily, may service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition, may specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and may specialize in engine repair.
• May be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records. Prioritizes workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Comply with all current sections of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series applicable to aircraft maintenance and ALSS.
• Working knowledge of technical publications, NAMP and NALCOMIS aircraft maintenance applications.

Other Or Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned.

Physical Requirements / Working Environment

• May work in Aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.
• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.
• May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp, or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
• Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, APU, etc.

Travel

• May vary by location.

Qualifications

Experience & Education

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Level security clearance.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of specialized courses in aircraft structural repair is required.
• Four (4) years actual and recent experience in the repair, modification, maintenance, and overhaul of the AT-6, C-12, C-26, F/A-18, F-35, NU-1B, T-6B, T-38C, U-6A, AV-8B or similar aircraft.
• Possess a valid US State driver's license.
• Ability to read and interpret data is required.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to obtain a government flight line driver’s license.

Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts.
• Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair.
• Basic knowledge of electrical theory.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers.
• Working knowledge of technical publications.
• Ability to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Working knowledge of corrosion control techniques and base, federal and Company procedures for handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials.
• Working knowledge of aircraft sub-systems, including maintenance parameters, systems operation, limitations, and technical orders.

What We Bring

• At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
• The successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
• The salary range provided is intended to display the value of the company’s base pay compensation for locations in the state of Maryland and may be modified at the discretion of the company.
• Maryland Salary Range:
  • USD $49.59
• Union Flex Benefit Credit:
  • USD $3.00/HR
• Opt-Out Health Credit (must have your own coverage):
  • USD $3.15/HR
• Other Compensation elements offered:
  • Overtime
  • Premium Pay
  • Differential Pay

Employee Benefits Include The Following

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

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences