Aircraft Mechanic Machinist II

About the role

The Aircraft Mechanic Machinist II produces replacement parts and new parts in making repairs of metal parts of mechanical equipment. Work involves most of the following: interpreting written instructions and specifications, planning and laying out of work, using a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments, setting up and operating standard machine tools. This incumbent is responsible for the shaping of metal parts to close tolerances, making standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds of machining; knowledge of the working properties of the common metals, selecting standard materials, parts, and equipment required for this work; and fitting and assembling parts into mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting written instructions and specifications
• Planning and laying out of work
• Using a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Setting up and operating standard machine tools
• Serving as a team leader through more complex aircraft relevant tasks
• Occasionally leading teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks
• May be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records
• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, etc.

Requirements

• Valid up-to-date A&P license
• Two (2) years aviation maintenance experience, Three (3) years rotary wing aircraft experience, and Two (2) of the years on the assigned Mission Design Series (UH60, AH64, and/or CH47)
• Five (5) years CNC experience
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and software applications
• Able to pass a Respirator Physical and Fit Test qualification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts
• Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair
• Basic knowledge of electrical theory
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers
• Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems

Skills

• Read, Write and Communicate effectively in English
• Type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and software applications
• Knowledge & Skills Must be able to Read, Write and Communicate effectively in English
• Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and software applications
• Must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts, requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair, must have basic knowledge of electrical theory, must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers
• Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems
• Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects
• Able to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retail benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Education reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Pay

$36.88

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

N/A

Skills

• Must be able to Read, Write and Communicate effectively in English
• Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and software applications
• Must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts, requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair, must have basic knowledge of electrical theory, must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers
• Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems
• Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects
• Able to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks