Deployable Airframe & Powerplant Specialist

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides technical assistance/oversight to customers in mechanical and inspection work.
• Affixes to the performance of scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance.
• Affixes to the inspection of powerplant and related components at regular intervals.
• Affixes to the repair of fuel leaks, oil leaks, and engine problems.
• Affixes to the removal and replacement of airframe and/or engine components.
• Completes all required documentation in accordance with established company procedures and/or government and customer technical order requirements.
• Makes all launch and recovery tasks of aircraft to include ground operations, preflight items, ground observer responsibilities, and post flight items.
• Participates in the performance of engine and airframe operational checks and installation of payloads.
• Participates in the performance of Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) in accordance with company and customer guidelines.
• Inspects, tests, maintains, and operates ground support equipment.
• Observes all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Works in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and five or more years of aircraft mechanical maintenance experience.
• An FAA Airframe and Powerplant License may be required.
• May require extensive travel and/or CONUS or OCONUS deployment.
• Must demonstrate sound decision making skills and the ability to anticipate work-related constraints and resolve issues independently.
• Must be self-directed in identifying work assignments and able to solicit input and guidance from supervisors and managers for technical expertise.
• Must also possess: Considerable knowledge of the job and a broad understanding of the detailed aspects of the job and the product.
• Knowledge of relevant computer applications and operations;
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with employees and both military and civilian customers;
• Strong leadership, organization, and planning skills.

Additional Information

The ability to obtain and maintain a DOD security clearance may be required.

Must be able to work both independently and on a team and be able to work extended hours as required.