DirectJobHub
Jobs · Engineering · Washington

Aircraft Mechanic I - AH-64, CH-47, UH-60 (Electrician - MWO) JBLM, WA

Amentum · Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA · 1 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$43.78–$45.31/hrFull-time

Inspects and performs electrical maintenance on aircraft electrical systems and components according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Installs, removes, inspects, tests, adjusts, or repairs avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, and navigation systems in aircraft.
  • Installs and repairs electrical wiring and/or cable on aircraft in adherence to established specifications.
  • Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs malfunctions in electrical and electronic components, including solid state and transistorized subsystems.
  • Repairs aircraft instrument systems.
  • Applies principles of electricity/electronics, hydrostatic motion, pneumatics, and hydraulics applicable to repair aircraft instrument systems.
  • Removes, installs, repairs, adjusts, and tests electrical/electronic elements of assemblies and components according to technical manuals, directives, and safety procedures.
  • Cleans, preserves, and stores electrical/electronic components and aircraft instruments.
  • Removes, repairs, services, installs, and troubleshoots nickel cadmium batteries.
  • Uses and performs operator maintenance on tools, special tools, and aircraft ground support equipment.
  • Removes, replaces, services, prepares, preserves, cleans, and stores electrical assemblies or components.
  • Disassembles, repairs, reassembles, adjusts, and diagnostically tests electrical systems, subsystems, and components according to directives.
  • Safely prepares aircraft for inspections and performs limited maintenance operational checks.
  • Performs scheduled inspections and assists in performing special inspections.
  • Requisitions bench stock for repair of electrical systems and subcomponents.
  • Prepares requests for turn-ins and repair parts and electrical components.
  • Prepares forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.
  • Maintains supplies and performs preventive maintenance.
  • Performs additional duties, including maintenance duties, as requested.
  • Adheres to company policies and safety programs (Safety-first mentality).

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired; certification of education level is required.
  • Valid up-to-date A&P and/or FCC license (optional).
  • Three years of aviation maintenance experience, two years of rotary wing aircraft experience, and two years on the assigned Mission Design Series (MDS) AH-64, CH-47, UH-60.
  • All experience must be within the six most recent years.
  • Valid Driver’s License.
  • Must provide own tools/toolbox.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI(T1) Public Trust Security Clearance.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
  • US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization.

Skills

  • Thorough knowledge of MDS aircraft electrical and instrument systems and subsystems and repair.
  • Basic knowledge of aircraft unique tools and test equipment listed in the assigned MDS Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC).
  • Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems.
  • Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
  • Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by an aircraft electrician.
  • Receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician.
  • Occasionally required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks.
  • 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/push/pull 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, forklift, etc.
  • 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.

Pay

Hiring hourly rate of pay: $43.78 - $45.31 (Hourly rate set by CBA).

Benefits

  • Bi-weekly accrual of vacation hours:
    • 4.92 hours (0 to less than 60 months)
    • 6.45 hours (60 months but less than 120 months)
    • 7.99 hours (120 months but less than 240 months)
    • 8.77 hours (240 months or more)
  • 11 paid holidays (outlined in CBA).
  • Sick Leave – 56 hours per year (1.08 hours weekly / 2.16 hours bi-weekly accrual).
  • 401K with company match.
  • Short Term / Long Term Disability.
  • Flex Spending Programs (FSA/HSA).
  • Employee Stock Option Purchasing Program.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • Life Insurance and AD&D.
  • Well-being programs.
  • Employee assistance programs.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Voluntary Benefits: identity protection, pet insurance, legal services, commuter benefits (where applicable), student loan programs.

Similar jobs