Aircraft Mechanic

Work Location

Metrea Strategic Mobility Flightline 17301 Heacock St
Moreno Valley CA 92551

Position Summary

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Role and Responsibilities

• Inspect mechanical components of the Boeing KC-135 to identify discrepancies.
• Maintain and repair all systems of the Boeing KC-135 to include:
  • Major / Minor aircraft inspections.
  • Hydraulics System – Replace hydraulic components, bleed systems, and diagnose discrepancies.
  • Jet Engine – Inspection, engine control rigging, and basic maintenance.
  • Electrics – Use wiring schematics, trace ground, and power faults, and rectify component failures.
  • Minor Fuel system repair, replace seals, in tank fuel probes and fuel system components (a plus, but not essential).
  • Minor Sheet Metal repair, including minor riveting (a plus, but not essential).
  • Aero Repair – Repair, replacement, and rigging of flight control surfaces (a plus, but not essential).
  • Multi Point Refueling System experience (a plus, but not essential).
  • CFM56 2-B / F108 jet engine experience (a plus, but not essential).
  • Avionics – Guidance & Control / Radio Communications experience (a plus, but not essential).
• Perform daily aircraft inspections, launch/recover, refuel / defuel, debrief aircrew, troubleshoot, and repair discrepancies, jack aircraft, tow, and operate all required GSE (Ground Support Equipment).
• Follow all safety directives, maintenance procedures, and FAA regulations.
• Remain current on all required training and certifications.
• Accurately record aircraft maintenance in the automated maintenance records system.
• Flight-line driving.
• All duties assigned.

  Education

  High School Diploma or equivalent

  Skills and Experience

  • 5+ years working with heavy commercial aircraft or any military airframe.
  • Towing, jacking, and hazardous material use, storage, and disposal.
  • A&P , IA, engine run qualified, and an ASTM NCATT Aircraft Electronic Technician Certificate.
  • Proven and demonstrable attention to detail skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, determining causes of errors and deciding on the course of action to solve.
  • Comprehensive understanding of company philosophy and processes.
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently.
  • Excellent communication skills, the ability to read and understand the information presented in writing, diagrams, and schematics.
  • Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite Programs.

  Benefits

  • Health and welfare.
  • Retailer plan eligibility.
  • Work Authorization / Security Clearance.
  • The employee must be a US citizen.
  • The employee must be able to hold and maintain a Secret Clearance Level.

  AAP/EEO Statement

  Metrea Special Management LLC (MAM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

  Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

  This is a Part-time position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Non-exempt employees may be required to work over 40 hours per week with approval from the department manager. Part-time non-exempt employees must obtain approval from the department manager before working over 29 hours per week. Hours and work shifts may change by department and business needs. Significant travel is required to carry out assigned maintenance tasks and air operations successfully.

  Physical Demands

  This position involves daily physical activity such as walking, lifting, reaching overhead

  Other Duties

  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The role, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.