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M1 Support Services
Aircraft Mechanic III Instrumentation Lead
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What they do
An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.
$88,234 / year median in Nevada
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Aircraft Mechanic III - Instrumentation Lead
M1 Support Services
- Nellis AFB, Nevada
PERMANENT
$52.34/hr Updated 08/27/2026 Job Description Overview $52.34/hr Job Summary FT/PT RelocationNo TravelPossible M1 Support Services is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic III - Instrumentation Lead. The Aircraft Mechanic III -Instrumentation Lead is responsible for the overall maintenance and configuration of the F-117Ainstalled instrumentation systems in accordance with the PWS. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:- Maintains, repairs, modifies aircraft structures and structural components and engines of complex toextreme difficulty.
- Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics,pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
- Recommends test and measurement hardware designs, material and devices to assure performance andsafety.
- Resolves instrumentation limitations or unavailability by modifying existing equipment, fabricating testdevices and related peripheral items needed using new test equipment and measuring devices.
- Uses practical electronics, mechanical, and aeronautical engineering concepts to fabricate test andmeasurement systems.
- Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctionsand applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation.
- Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technicaldata such as blueprints or manufactures manuals.
- Provides guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians and work centers throughout all aircraftmodifications and/or maintenance efforts, including more complex tasks, as directed.
- Maintains aircraft and support equipment forms records IAW Air Force (AF) procedures utilizing AFInformation Systems and forms as required.
- Performs in a safe and efficient manner acceptable to the Company and customer.
- Demonstrates a continuous effort to improve operations, streamline processes that reduce cost and/or laborhours and enhance operations.
- Maintains qualifications contained on the Special Certification Roster (SCR) as directed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED is required. Associates or Bachelor's degree desired.
- Minimum of 10-years technical experience working with aircraft data collection and telemetry systems."
- Must have a thorough knowledge of instrumentation equipment and electronic, mechanical, and aeronauticalconcepts.
- Must be familiar with T-1, T-2, and
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criteria in relation to instrumentation and airworthiness.- Experience must include installation, maintenance, and repair of range support instrumentation equipment/systems such as telemetry systems, microwave systems, position location systems, and meteorological instrumentation.
- Detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, and related is required.
- Working knowledge of principles applying to aircraft systems, concepts and applications of maintenance directives, data reporting, and using technical data is mandatory.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance; previous or active Top Secret highly desired.
- Must have a working knowledge of computers and basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, SharePoint, PowerPoint and Excel.
- Will be required to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as: safety toe footwear, safety glasses, etc.
- Must be reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while maintaining a professional and non-confrontational attitude.
- Must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule.
- Must possess a current valid U.S. Drivers License.
- Must speak, read, write, and understand English.
Working Conditions:
- Position requires complying with unique commuting/travel requirements.
- Will work in aircraft hangars and outside on aircraft ramps within close proximity of running equipment and aircraft.
- Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, or overtime shifts as required.
- May work outdoors, sometimes in hot or cold weather.
- May be exposed to contaminants.
- May be exposed to hazardous conditions, such as when standing on scaffolding or climbing ladders
- Will be exposed to loud and persistent noise
- Will be required to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as: safety toe footwear, safety glasses, etc.