Aircraft Mechanic I (H-60) – Military Veterans

MILITARY VETERANS

TASK DESCRIPTION:

Aircraft Mechanic I (23021): Aircraft Mechanics I must have a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, required to meet the assigned missions. Makes repairs to aircraft and follows direction of higher graded workers. The Aircraft Mechanic I troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti- icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems. This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills. This worker reads and interprets manufacturers’ and airline’s maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. Work involves replacing or repairing worn or damaged components, such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, and engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment; removing engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck, disassembling and inspecting parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and repairing or replacing defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft. Job duties require that this mechanic adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes. Supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft, enters in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verifies the work was performed satisfactorily, service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition, specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and specialize in engine repair. May be required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration. May require specialization in sheet-metal, electric work, avionics or other aircraft systems related disciplines. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) licensing of contractor employee technical proficiency is not required.

 TASK REQUIREMENTS:

1. Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneumatic, hydraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems.
2. Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures, such as fuselage and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, rivet gun and drills.
3. Read and interpret manufacturers’ maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
4. Perform phase, scheduled, unscheduled, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections.
5. Use chemical treatment process to etch and alodine parts.
6. Use chemical sealants.
7. Requisition repair parts, materials, and consumable supplies through military supply system ULLS-A (E).
8. Lead and direct small maintenance teams.
9. Perform other tasks as directed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. H-60 qualification and/or experience.
2. Three to five years leadership experience.
3. Eight or more years’ rotary wing experience.
4. Familiarity and ability to use Microsoft Office.
5. Familiarity and ability to use military tech manuals.
6. Familiarity and ability to use Standard Army Management Information Systems i.e. ULLS-A (E).

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be a graduate of one of the following Military Aviation Powertrain and/or General Repair, Hydraulic, Engine, Avionics and Sheet Metal Qualification Courses or civilian equivalent.
2. At least two years of experience on military rotorcraft.
3. Must be able to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift schedule as required.
4. Must be able to work flexible work-week schedules i.e. M-F, Tues-Sat, Sun-Th or as required.
5. Must be able to pass a background check.
6. Must be able to obtain a favorable National Agency Check.
7. Must be able to climb ladders, raised platforms, and aircraft.
8. Must be able to use hand and power tools.
9. Must have dexterity to handle small parts.
10. Must have own tools.
11. Must be able to deploy to support off station exercises and perform other support duties as assigned.

Compensation

$40.24/hour

Other Compensation

Employees receive a minimum health and welfare fringe rate of $3.75 or a Group Health Insurance Opt Out amount of $2.80 per hour paid up to 40 hours per week.

Benefits

Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, and short term disability. Employees are able to enroll in KAI’s 401k plan.  Employees accrue 6.77 hours of PTO per bi-weekly pay period. KAI employees at ASF Los Alamitos have 13 paid holidays.

Employment is contingent on (a) your ability to provide appropriate proof of your identity and eligibility to work in the United States; (b) your references and any background check being satisfactory to the Company; (c) you successfully passing a pre-employment drug test; and (d) your ability to get a required clearance by your effective start date, if needed; and (e) KAI commencing performance on this contract. 

KAI is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.