Aircraft Mechanic III (Flightline CDQAR)

About the Role

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) system engineering and information technology firm. Incorporated in 1999, ACET supports mission-critical Information Technology (IT) business needs for clients within the intelligence community (IC), Department of Defense (DOD), Veteran Administration (VA), and select commercial clients. ACET's technical, programmatic, and analytical professionals are experts in commercial technology, customized solutions, and proprietary government systems.

ACET is seeking a highly experienced H-1 Aircraft Mechanic III (Flightline & CDQAR) for the Jacksonville, NC location. This role involves performing critical mechanical flight-line maintenance and serving as a Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR), with a specific focus on mechanical systems—primarily engines, gearboxes, and drive shafts—to ensure strict compliance with quality, safety, and naval aviation maintenance standards. Note: This position does not involve electronics, avionics, or hydraulics maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a CDQAR utilizing primary discipline from flight-line MOS 6114/6174.
• Perform initial, in-progress, and final quality mechanical inspections during aircraft maintenance, repair, modification, and rework.
• Perform troubleshooting, repair, modifications, corrosion control, and preservation on H-1 aircraft powerplants and mechanical subsystems—with a primary focus on the engine, gearboxes, and drive shafts.
• Perform functional checks and preventive maintenance inspections on aircraft mechanical and fuel systems as required and trained.
• Maintain accurate aircraft forms and records using the Optimized Naval Aviation Logistic Management Information System (OOMA).
• Monitor compliance and provide hands-on guidance for Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Programs, including FOD, Confined Space, Lockout/Tag-out, and Fall Protection.
• Safely operate aircraft towing equipment during ground operations.
• Perform quality and safety inspections on all on-site equipment, vehicles, and maintenance tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience performing maintenance specifically on the H-1 platform (strictly required).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience serving as a Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) or Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR) on military aircraft, OR equivalent FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) experience.
• Deep expertise in H-1 engines, gearboxes, and drive shaft components.
• Primary discipline/background in flight-line MOS 6114 (UH-1 Mechanic) or MOS 6174 (AH-1 Mechanic) required.
• Must be qualified or clearable to serve as a Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR).
• Proficiency with OOMA (Optimized Naval Aviation Logistic Management Information System) for logging and record-keeping.
• Ability to obtain/maintain the required government security clearance or base access as specified by the contract.
• Must be a US Citizen to apply.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and maneuver 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass a fit-for-work physical and/or drug test as required.
• Must be able to work in areas that require awkward posturing, bending, kneeling, squatting, including working overhead.
• Must be able to work at heights in the hangar and on the flight-line.
• Must be able to man and perform Flight-line Extinguisher duties.
• If required, must be able to pass a DOT physical and operate Powered Industrial Trucks.
• If required, must be able to pass a respiratory physical and wear a respirator for