Aircraft Mechanic III

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Leads a team in the performance of aircraft maintenance, inspections, and scheduled /unscheduled maintenance.
• Processes the technical experience to supervise subordinate mechanics and provide technical guidance on maintenance operations on the airframe being supported.
• Capable of performing, supervising, and inspecting the duties of Mechanic Is, IIs, and IIIs.
• A person in this position maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures, structural components, and engines of complex to extreme difficulty, maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components, and applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation.
• Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufacturers' manuals. Work typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair, and the ability to determine the functionality of non-complex electrical systems.
• A detailed knowledge of the aircraft's unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes, sheers, etc. is required.
• Must possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike, must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule.
• This worker will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.

• Experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike, must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule.
• Capable of performing, supervising, and inspecting the duties of Mechanic Is, IIs, and IIIs.
• High School diploma or GED is mandatory.
• A thorough understanding of DOD aircraft maintenance processes is preferred.
• Must have a working knowledge of computers (input/extract data).
• Must speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Obtain/maintain security clearance, DOD CAC privileges, and Special Access Badge requirements.
• Must be able to work days, nights, and weekends as required.
• Current valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Ability to travel.
• Must be willing and able to deal with the customer and company employees in a courteous and professional manner.
• Must be able to meet any Government/Company licensing/qualification requirements for the position.
• 5 years of Aviation maintenance Experience with Supervisory skills.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain the following required certifications/qualifications when required by management:
  • Applicable Support Equipment licensing
  • Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) qualification
• Must have an in-depth knowledge of aircraft technical orders/job guides/publications—read, interpret, follow, and comprehend schematic diagrams, drawings, charts, and technical publications.
• Must have in-depth knowledge (aircraft/vehicle movement and safety/hazards) of flight line operations.
• Must have a working knowledge of and be proficient with (input and extract data) of computers, aircraft data debriefing and diagnostic software, and maintenance information systems.
• Have a strong knowledge base of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series aviation maintenance program instruction, and understand how the outlined policies and procedures apply to the troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of aircraft and associated systems -- Preferred
• Have a strong knowledge base of aviation maintenance programs, processes, and procedures (for example Safety, Tool Control, HAZMAT, inspection programs, administrative requirements, support equipment, calibration/torque programs & procedures). -- Preferred
• Must have completed CNATTU course C-555-0053

Working Conditions:

• The environment ranges from office to hangar and flight line and requires extensive climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands.

M1 Support Services is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.