(AFG-KANDAHAR) Aircraft Mechanic

Job Summary

The Aircraft Mechanic services, repairs and overhauls assigned aircraft and subsystems to ensure airworthiness. Uses technical data to troubleshoot malfunctioning systems and repairs or replaces faulty components.

Principal Accountabilities

• Operationally checks repaired or modified systems for proper operation.


• Performs quality maintenance on fixed wing aircraft in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR’s), Original Equipment Manufacturers or military technical orders as specified in the Statement of Work Instructions.


• Repair and replace aircraft structures such as wings and flight controls, and functional components including rigging surface controls, landing gear, plumbing and hydraulic units using hand tools, power tools, machines, and associated equipment.


• Read and interpret manufacturers’ and maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.


• Examine engines for oil leaks, and listens to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions.


• Inspect turbine blades to detect cracks, breaks or damage.


• Test engine operation, using troubleshooting procedures and diagnostic test equipment, to identify source of malfunction.


• Replace or repair worn or damaged components using hand tools, gauges, and test equipment.


• Remove and install engine from aircraft.


• Disassemble and inspect parts for wear, warping, or other defects.


• Repair or replace defective engine parts and reassembles and reinstalls.


• Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing ,cleaning screens, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.


• 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.


• May specialize in engine repair.


• Perform other qualified duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of aircraft sub-systems,including maintenance operating perameters, systems operations limitations, and technical orders.


• Able to become qualified and perform engine runs for the aircraft type they are assigned to support.


• Completion of formal maintenance training on assigned aircraft is desired.


• The ability to read, write, and interpret technical duties is required.


• Occasional travel and continued education/training will be required.


• Able to work alone at remote locations to keep aircraft flyable.


• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees throughout the organization.


• Possess leadership and management skills, be highly motivated and have a proven track record demonstrating adaptability to change and the ability to respond to challenges in a changing environment.


• Currently possess or have the ability to obtain a U.S. Passport before assignment if U.S. citizen.


• Possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.


• Familiar with The Army Maintenance Management System and the Air Wing Information System (and willing to learn to become proficient in all aspects of same) is desired.

Experience & Education

• Five (5) or more year’s aircraft mechanic experience as a licensed Airframe and Powerplant mechanic on fixed wing or equivalent aircraft is required.


• Recent full-time experience in aviation maintenance during the past 12 months.


• CMF 15 Aviation MOS series or other Military / Commercial equivalent.


• Valid FAA Airframe and Power Plant (A&P;) Mechanics License, with a minimum of five (5) years as a licensed A&P.;


• High School Diploma or the equivalent.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended 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 carry, push or pull up to and may exceed 50 pounds.


• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds to height of four feet and be required to lift up to 35 pounds to height of 7 feet.


• May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.


• Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications.


• Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.


• Must be able to read and interpret newspaper and typewritten print.


• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sounds by ear over telephone.


• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three dimensional depths.


• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, APU, etc.


• Must have minimum 20/100 near and far vision, correctable to 20/20.


• Must be capable of living and working in a potentially hostile environment for an extended period.


• 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 travel to and between remote locations in austere and/or hostile environments.

Travel

• This classification activity, while normally accomplished in a typical aviation maintenance environment, will require travel to and between remote location(s) in austere environments, CONUS and OCONUS locations, and require the individual to work outside the shop environment.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

EXECUTIVE ORDER 11246 Prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, or national origin and requires affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees treated, without regard to race, sex, color, genetic information, religion, or national origin. (Enforcement Agency: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs).

Please note: Experience maintaining the King Air 300/350ER series or de Havilland DHC-7 is highly preferred.

Primary Location: AFGHANISTAN-OCONUS-KANDAHAR

Job Posting: Oct 1, 2013, 7:10:59 PM

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Req ID: BSR1305232

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