(AFG-KABUL) Mechanic, Aircraft RW CH46

Job Summary

The Mechanic, Aircraft RW services, repairs, and overhauls aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure airworthiness.

Principal Accountabilities

• 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.


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


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


• Perform other duties as assigned

*Knowledge & Skills *

• FAA Airframe & Power Plant license is required.


• CMF 15 aviation MOS series or other military/commercial equivalent. Must possess a current US passport or the ability to obtain one before assignment.


• The ability to obtain and maintain a Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) through Department of State Background Investigation is a condition of employment. A current MRPT is desired.

Experience & Education

• Five (5) years’ experience as a licensed Air Frame & Power Plant aircraft mechanic experience.


• Must possess knowledge of aircraft sub-systems, including maintenance parameters, systems operation, limitations, and technical orders.


• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• 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, fork lift, APU, etc.


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


• May be required to travel to and between remote location(s) in austere environments.


• 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.

Travel

• Travel to and between CONUS and OCONUS locations is required.

Primary Location: AFGHANISTAN-OCONUS-KABUL

Job Posting: Jun 30, 2016, 11:55:10 AM

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Req ID: INL-1602417

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