Defense is actively seeking for an experienced Aircraft Maintenance & System Technician with 5+ years of Aircraft Maintenance and Manufacturing experience and an Active A&P license. Must be comfortable with an alternate work schedule, this position will work on a 9/80 schedule. The Aircraft Maintenance and Systems Technician will be responsible for fabrication, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and modifications on the carrier aircraft airframe and systems. The candidate should thrive in a high paced environment and be comfortable with the design, development, and test life cycle of rapid aerospace R&D. As the client expands their program base this person may be tasked to other, new projects and in the development of vehicles requiring the skills, knowledge and abilities utilized on this current project.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION NO TOOLS REQUIRED!
!! A&P license (Required) Military Experience can be used in Lieu of not having an A&P License 5+ Years of experience in aircraft maintenance/manufacturing High Preference on candidates who have heavy Avionics and/or Aviation Electrical experience) Fuel systems and components Hydraulic systems and components Pneumatic systems and components Electrical systems and components Engine systems and components Airframe and aircraft structures Experience with line maintenance functions to include preflight, post flight, launch, and recovery of aircraft Experience maintaining, replacing, or modifying large aircraft structure or sub-systems such as Sheetmetal experience; bending, riveting, fasteners, treatment of metal, or changing large LRU's & subs system components such as flight control systems, landing gear systems, pneumatic systems, etc. Strong understanding of the importance of FOD control and tool control Detail oriented - strong attention to detail Ability to problem solve and adapt quickly to changing priorities Ability to work independently, responsible, take the initiative Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance Physically able to handle items weighing up to 50 lbs. Other duties as determined/assigned by management Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule Flight line or flight test experience (Preferred) 747 Gen Fam or OJT (Preferred) Large Turbofan Engine experience (Preferred)
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Fabrication, installation, testing and maintenance of carrier aircraft systems and components including: Fuel systems and components Hydraulic systems and components Pneumatic systems and components Electrical systems and components Engine systems and components Airframe and aircraft structures Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance operations on aircraft to include inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting activities Follow strict tool and FOD control policies as set forth by the organization. Conduct thorough inspections of aircraft systems, components, and structures to identify any issues or potential problems Identify and resolve mechanical problems based on visual inspections or reports from pilot or crew Perform all line maintenance functions to include preflight, post flight, launch, and recovery of aircraft Ensure proper and timely entry of maintenance performed in the Aircraft Maintenance Discrepancy Log (MDL) Maintain carrier aircraft in accordance with work instructions, the inspection plan and adhere to established standards such as AC 43-13, technical manuals, blueprints, or sketches for acceptable systems installation methods, techniques, and practices Able to work in confined spaces Able to effectively communicate and partner with