Electrical Mechanic 2 (contract)

Position Responsibilities

Performs on and off aircraft electrical modification to electrical wiring and system components
Performs complex connector terminations including shielded wires, coaxial cables and fiber optic wiring.
Understand wire handling and routing instructions.
Perform sealing, wrapping, bonding, tying, and closure of wire harnesses and cables in accordance with standard processes.
Demonstrate technical ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform electrical modification/repair.
Adhere to government and company procedural guidance, perform assembly, installation, visual inspection of physical characteristics, modification of wire bundles & electrical assemblies, operational and quality checks of aircraft work.
Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft electrical and environmental systems of moderate difficulty at the organizational or depot maintenance level.
Performs aircraft bench and/or flight line operational testing and troubleshooting in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier and other directives.
Performs assembly, installation, check-out physical characteristics, operational testing and modification of wire bundles in the testing, development and modification of aircraft in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier and other directives.

Requirements

Responsible for the proper performance of assignments and the prudent handling of product, tools and equipment.
Required to consult with management and peers to assess best work process.
Will assist and train less senior employees.
May be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks.
Able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
Interpret standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, wire diagrams, formulas, sketches, verbal and electronic orders, job layouts, etc. to accomplish assigned work.
Ensure that all equipment is used in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.
Diagnose and correct malfunctions occurring in assembly processes.
Use any and all precision measuring instruments, gauges, tools, etc., necessary to check dimensions and conformance to quality requirements.

Qualifications

• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
• Able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
• Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.
• Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
• Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
• Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
• Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation
• Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)
• Frequent walking on flat surfaces
• Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces
• Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces
• Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands
• Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time
• Occasional contact with metals
• Frequent exposure to noise
• Basic Qualifications (required):
  
  • 4+ years of experience in those duties as previously described for satisfactory performance.
  • 4+ years of experience/knowledgeable in electrical/electronic theories and systems sufficient to perform assigned duties.
  • Experience with fabricating new wire bundles
  • Experience with routing and installing wire bundles on airplanes without existing wiring (commercial routing experience preferred)
  • Able to work rotating shift (1st, 2nd or 3rd)
• Preferred Qualifications (desired):
  
  • Experience with Depot Level/Modification maintenance.
  • Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment.