HARDWARE TECHNICIAN II

About the Role

This full-time position in Jacksonville, FL involves maintaining and repairing aerospace hardware with a focus on fixed- or rotary-wing aircraft and missile systems. The role requires up to 10% travel.

Responsibilities

• Apply comprehensive knowledge of aerodynamics, hydraulic fluid actuator systems, emergency air systems, air conditioning and heating systems, integrated mechanical control systems, main drive systems, gearboxes, engines, landing gear systems, and airframe rigging systems.
• Utilize calibrated tools for assembly and testing, with expertise in hydraulics, pneumatics, drive systems, power plants, linkage controls, and hand tools.
• Provide leadership and guidance to lower-level technicians within the Hardware Technician trade.
• Perform diagnostic analysis of integrated aircraft systems, including disassembly, repair, overhauls, modification, assembly, and operational checkout.
• Troubleshoot sophisticated automated multi-integrated systems for flight control, armament, safety, emergency, and landing systems.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical directives, and schematics.
• Inspect, evaluate, and mentor subordinates, ensuring proper techniques and problem-solving for assigned tasks.
• Determine material and equipment required for task completion, including metals, fabrics, plastics, compounds, lubricants, and ship equipment (e.g., drill presses, lathes, buffing machines, hydraulic test stands).
• Use hand tools and measuring devices such as micrometers, dial indicators, plug, torque, and thread gages.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Five (5) years of related experience, with preference for experience in aircraft mechanical, airframe/structural, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret written directives, engineering drawings, and retain specifications and tolerances.
• Dexterity to prevent damage to serviceable parts during rework.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance when required by the contract.