Aircraft Mechanic - Avionics

M1 Support Services is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic (Avionics): DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• May perform maintenance on and certify the airworthiness of the systems in one or more of the following technical specialty areas: Avionics/instrument, electrical, engine, APG on the assigned aircraft, environmental, fuel, pneudraulics, structural, egress, weapons loading/release, and corrosion control.

• May be called upon to prioritize the completion of work in progress.

• Certifies the task qualifications of other employees.

• Responsible for performing and certifying In Progress Inspections (IPI) and clearing red "X" conditions as required.

• Also responsible for performing and/or evaluating and inspecting work accomplished to ascertain and certify condition status of components (i.e., NRTS codes, condemnation, PQDR exhibit tags, serviceable condition tags).

• May perform one or more of the following duties depending upon area of technical specialty: Performs crew chief, aero repair, and maintenance functions.

• Performs the launching and recovering of aircraft.

• Services, repairs, and overhauls aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure airworthiness.

• Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures and components.

• Removes and replaces or repairs, and replaces functional components such as surface controls, plumbing, hydraulic units, electrical units, and environmental units.

• Inspects, troubleshoots, and diagnoses system failures.

• Reads and interprets manufacturers and Air Force Technical Orders and other specifications to determine feasibility and methods of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components, including ordering of correct parts.

• Inspects turbine and compressor blades to detect cracks or breaks.

• Replaces or repairs worn or damaged engine components, such as fuel controls, generators, starters, and engine case/internal parts.

• Removes, repairs, and reinstalls or replaces engines using hoist or dollies.

• Services aircraft to include fueling, oxygen, oil, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.

• May be required to operate engines installed in aircraft or on test cells.

• Uses and maintains appropriate equipment; may perform complete repairs and calibrations to include total disassembly, repair, and reassembly of equipment and components in accordance with tech data.

• Maintains automated aircraft records including CAMS and/or IMDS documentation of maintenance actions.

• May be occasionally required to perform duties of lesser skill classification.

Additional Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; mathematics skills are desirable.

• Must speak, read, write, and understand English with the ability to interpret technical data and special operating instructions in the same language.

• Must be physically capable of performing all assigned duties.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government flightline driver’s license.

• Environment ranges from office to hangar and flight line and requires extensive climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands.

• May be required to work in other work sections throughout the contract where individual possesses required experience, training, and/or certifications.

• Member must demonstrate/possess a strong willingness and desire to learn.

• Must have at least 3 years’ experience in a USAF maintenance organization governed by AFI 21-101. Maintenance management experience with other DoD services may be considered.

• Must have been awarded a USAF 5 skill level or higher in avionics related AFSC. Performing at the 5-level for at least one (1) year is required. Equivalent skill levels from other services and a journeyman or higher Department of Labor (DOL) skill level may be considered.

• Experience in troubleshooting analog avionics systems is desired. These include traditional navigation systems with mechanical gyroscopic instruments.

• Certifying Pitot/Static systems using a TTU-205 or equivalent is highly desirable.

M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability.

We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.

M1 Support Services, headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification.

Woman-owned, disabled veteran, business.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44.67 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Beale AFB, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in troubleshooting analog avionics systems?
• Do you have experience with certifying pitot/static systems using a TTU-205 or equivalent?

Experience:

• Fighter Aircraft: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person