Aircraft Mechanic 2

Amentum

The Aircraft Mechanic II (Prop & Rotor) UH60, CH47, AH64 repairs, services, and troubleshoots malfunctions on aircraft drive train and rotor systems.

• Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies and components such as rotor systems, transmissions, drive trains, and their components.

• Service and lubricate aircraft and subsystems.

• Safely prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks and services.

• Perform scheduled inspections and assist in performing special inspections.

• Perform limited maintenance operational checks and diagnoses and troubleshoots aircraft power train systems using special tools and test equipment as required.

• Use and perform operator maintenance on tools, special tools and aircraft ground support equipment.

• Apply comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as aircraft Technical Manuals, Maintenance Information and Action Messages and all technical guidance provided through government official representatives.

• Maintain and repair aircraft power train components.

• Apply technical knowledge of power train systems in determining equipment malfunctions and use required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation.

• Participate in maintenance test flights and operation checks as required.

• Perform other duties as requested.

Minimum Requirements

• U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired, certification of education level is required.

• Minimum of three (3) years aviation maintenance experience within the last five (5) years on the powertrain systems of CH-47, UH-60, and/or AH-64 aircraft.

• Or A&P license and two (2) years aviation maintenance experience within the last five (5) years on the powertrain systems of the CH-47, UH-60 and/or AH-64 aircraft.

• Must be in possession of a U.S. Passport and be able to travel internationally with minimum 6 blank pages and 2 plus year validity on expiration date of passport at the time of hiring.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility Public Trust NAC-I. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility Public Trust NAC-I at this work location.

• Must be able to pass CENTCOM Physicals (medical) requirements.

• Must be able to obtain Kuwait PCC & Visa.

Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts.

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, and micrometers.

• Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems.

• Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects.

• Participate in maintenance test flights and operation checks as required.

• Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects and is required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks

• Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by Mechanics.

• The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records

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 lift heavy objects whose weight may exceed 50 pounds.

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

• Will handle dirty parts and lubricants.

• Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Must be able to pass a Respirator Physical and Fit Test qualification.

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

• Must be able to lift/push/pull minimum of 50 pounds.

• May work in maintenance shop or outside.

• Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty.

• May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment.

• May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts or vehicles.

• May be expected to work in austere environments and all weather conditions.