CBA - VX-23 - ALSS Aircraft Mechanic - NTWL

Responsibilities

• Utilize all maintenance manuals, maintenance requirement cards, and work from related schematics, diagrams, drawings, technical directives, maintenance/servicing instructions and operational written procedures.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, remove and replace associated parts and components on a variety of systems, such as aircraft mounted and aircrew ALSS (survival equipment), cabin environmental systems, equipment cooling, and liquid and gaseous oxygen systems.
• Perform inspections, maintain and repair survival equipment, flight gear and protective clothing; use, adjust, maintain and repair sewing machines.
• Perform related duties in hazardous areas such as oxygen system, engine fire extinguishing systems including the removal and replacement of cartridge-actuated devices.
• Ensure all maintenance actions are performed in accordance with government safety standards.
• Possess thorough knowledge of flight line operations and procedures.
• Maintain ALSS (survival equipment) rotatable pool of personal survival equipment, aircrew equipment files and aircraft ALSS history records in the required logs and records.
• Work with other groups of personnel to resolve problems pertaining to ALSS systems.
• Provide immediate direction to other technicians on assigned tasks with ability to monitor all duties of the applicable classification.
• Instruct and assist lower level employees in proper work methods and performance of their job duties.
• Perform related duties as assigned including Collateral Duty Inspector, and any and all duties of lower rated technical personnel within their classification.
• Assist other shop/skills as required.
• Comply with all current sections of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series applicable to aircraft maintenance and ALSS.
• Maintain working knowledge of technical publications, NAMP and NALCOMIS aircraft maintenance applications.
• Perform other job related duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of equipment related aviation life support.
• Knowledge of military publications, drawings, blueprints, microfilm, diagrams and schematics is mandatory.
• Knowledge of military and/or company forms required by work requirements.
• Working knowledge of safety rules, regulations and procedures.
• Possess a valid US State driver's license.
• Ability to read and interpret data is required.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to obtain a Government flight line driver's license.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Completion of specialized courses in aircraft ALSS is required.
• Two (2) to Four (4) years actual and recent experience in the type of aircraft being serviced. Four years preferred.
• Must obtain appropriate support equipment and/or material handling licensing upon initial unit assignment.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level clearance.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• May work in aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.
• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.
• May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain 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 up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
• Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, APU, etc.

Pay

• Maryland Salary Range: USD $47.67
• Union Flex Benefit Credit: USD $3.00/HR
• Opt-Out Health Credit (must have your own coverage): USD $3.15/HR

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Retirement plan
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays and leave of absences
• Tuition Reimbursement (eligible)
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources