Airframes CDQAR Mech III

About the Role

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated, a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) specializing in system engineering and information technology, is seeking a highly skilled and safety-driven H-1 Airframes/Hydraulics Mechanic to serve as a Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR) at our MCAS New River location in Jacksonville, NC. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with USMC UH-1 or AH-1 aircraft and a primary background in Airframes MOS 6154. This role involves performing routine aircraft maintenance, managing hydraulic and structural systems, and ensuring safety and compliance as a CDQAR.

Responsibilities

• Collateral Duty Quality Assurance (CDQA) Responsibilities:
  • Perform initial, in-progress, and final quality technical inspections during maintenance, repair, modification, rework, and overhaul of H-1 aircraft, components, and parts.
  • Execute quality technical inspections across airframes, hydraulics, avionics, electrical, instrument, and armament systems.
  • Conduct comprehensive quality and safety inspections of on-site equipment, support vehicles, and tools to ensure zero-defect tool control.
  • Assist in preparing, documenting, processing, and answering Product Quality Deficiency Reports (PQDRs).
  • Provide technical guidance, instructional support, and interpretation of complex procedures to mechanics to ensure quality work and safe flight line services.
• General Maintenance & Airframe Responsibilities:
  • Perform routine and unscheduled aircraft maintenance on UH-1 and AH-1 platforms.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft hydraulic, structural, fuel, and oil subsystems.
  • Execute advanced structural repairs, including carbon fiber, sheet metal, and composite repairs.
  • Implement flight-line corrosion prevention, localized treatment, and long-term preservation techniques.
  • Operate aircraft towing equipment during flight line and hangar operations.
  • Perform functional checks and pre-flight/post-flight inspections as required.
  • Maintain maintenance documentation using OOMA and naval aviation forms.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of aviation maintenance experience.
• Prior experience as a Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR) on USMC UH-1 or AH-1 aircraft.
• Primary background from MOS 6154 (Helicopter Mechanic, UH-1/AH-1).
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Proficiency with OOMA software and Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) processes.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to MCAS New River.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Why Join ACET

ACET is expanding its aerospace and aviation sustainment operations, supporting multiple Department of Defense aviation platforms worldwide. This role offers the opportunity to shape strategic sustainment growth initiatives while ensuring operational readiness and mission success across the global aviation enterprise.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Program
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Please note that all compensation, benefits, and policies are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Drug Free Workplace: ACET is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.