Fuel Systems Technician - Aircraft Jobs

Aircraft Fuel System Technician

Yulista Contract Services LLC Regular

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The Aircraft Fuel System Technician removes, repairs, inspects, installs, and modifies aircraft fuel systems including integral fuel tanks, bladder cells, and external tanks. Maintains associated hardware and equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs on aircraft fuel systems removal, repair, and installation maintenance procedures and policies.
• Diagnoses fuel system and component malfunctions. Recommends corrective actions and resolves problems using technical publications and analytic techniques.
• Performs maintenance on aircraft fuel tanks and cells.
• Removes access panels, and depuddles, purges, repairs, and tests fuel tanks and cells.
• Performs entry and maintenance in confined spaces.
• Removes, repairs, and replaces malfunctioning components.
• Prepares aircraft surfaces, and applies sealants, adhesives, and associated chemicals.
• Cleans fuel cells and tanks, and inspects for foreign objects, corrosion, cell deterioration, and fungus.
• Initiates deficiency reports, maintenance analysis documents, technical data changes, and equipment records.
• Possess knowledge in the use of and be able to train others in the use of a wide variety of diagnostics devices, computers, hand and mechanical tools.
• Provide oversight and may direct and train others in the completion of aircraft related maintenance tasks.
• Assist in the repair, inspection and maintenance of structural, mechanical and electrical elements of the aircraft.
• Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements.
• Stores, handles, and disposes of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards and company processes.
• Operates and maintains related aircraft Support Equipment (SE).
• Use automated maintenance systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, document maintenance actions, and time change database.
• Perform regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walks.
• Maintain strict tool control procedures. Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor. Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis and replace worn or broken tools.
• Comply with safety rules and regulations while performing day to day maintenance. Promptly report all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to supervisor.
• Maintain equipment records. Enter in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verify the work was performed satisfactorily.
• May include Designated System Inspector (DSI) duties.
• The Aircraft Fuel System Technician will be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• In-depth knowledge of internal hardware such as valves, interconnects, lines, gauges, controls, pumps, and other attachments.
• Strong knowledge of all sealing materials; sheet metal parts; rubber properties and organic sealing compound applications.
• Ability to read and understand all pertinent technical orders and directives as well as the proper handling, use, and disposal of hazardous waste and materials.
• Beginner to intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs. Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred.
• Must be able to utilize respirator, forced air, or other breathing equipment during the performance of assigned duties.
• Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as engineering drawings, technical documentation, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with other crew members.
• Must possess effective oral and technical written communication skills to clearly communicate information to others.
• Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, scanner, printers, etc.
• Ability to follow a process.
• Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up.
• Strong decision analysis and problem solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista goals.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to multi-task.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous Air Force Specialty Code 2A6X4 highly desirable.
• 8+ years of aircraft fuels maintenance experience with fixed wing commercial, Government or DOD aircraft required.
• Experience supporting DoD contracts.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Government…