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Senior Aircraft Mechanic - Fuels (SAM-FUE-0568)
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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.
$72,304 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Senior Aircraft Mechanic - Fuels (SAM-FUE-0568) M1 Support Services Jul 30, 2026
M1 Support Services, LP
1500 Solana Blvd. Suite 5200
Westlake, TX 76262
m1services.com
Senior Aircraft Mechanic - Fuels (SAM-FUE-0568) Location Sheppard AFB, TX Job Posting 114308
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Contract Sheppard Aircraft Maintenance Salary Range $48.79/Hour
Posting Date 07/28/2026 Union Yes
FLSA Status Non-Exempt Shift Work 2nd FT/PT Full-time Relocation No
Travel Possible
Job Summary:
Coordinates maintenance efforts with other mechanics, the lead person and supervisory personnel to ensure the timely return of aircraft to mission-capable status. Applies senior level expertise in the maintenance of T-6, and T-38 aircraft. Assists the lead person in supervising the maintenance activities of assigned personnel. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:- Performs inspection, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on aircraft systems and components. Informs the lead person of discrepancies, repairs and possible delays. Requests and schedules specialist support as necessary.
- Ensures the use of technical data in all aspects of aircraft maintenance.
- Completes and ensures completion of all necessary manual and automated records required by USAF and company directives.
- Performs operations, functional and rig checks on T-6, and T-38 flight controls, landing gear and throttle control systems as required. Also performs run and trim and operational checks of J85, & PT6A engines as necessary.
- Removes and replaces engines as necessary.
- Within qualifications conducts inspections of aircraft and system maintenance to ensure quality and completeness.
- Operates ground support equipment and uses the special tools/fixtures applicable to maintenance of the assigned aircraft.
- Performs all aircraft servicing and inspection tasks necessary to return aircraft to mission-capable status.
- Participates in and ensures compliance with established FOD prevention, housekeeping, tool control, environmental and safety programs.
- Researches and requisitions parts and components and determines the repair ability and serviceability of parts and components.
- Coordinates maintenance activities with Maintenance Control functional. Keeps Maintenance Control informed of aircraft status and mission progression.
- Reviews aircraft records to ensure that required maintenance has been performed, that hourly and calendar tracked events are current and that all associated documentation has been completed.
- In coordination with the section supervisor and the training specialist provides on-the-job training of new employees.
- Assists and instructs less skilled personnel in correct procedures.
- Assists section lead and in his/her absence performs the duties of the lead as required.
- Follows technical data, manuals, regulations, and other maintenance directives as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Participates in towing and movement of aircraft in performing maintenance activities.