UV-18B Twin Otter Aircraft Mechanic

Akima Logistics Services is searching for an Aircraft Mechanic (A&P) to support daily flying operations at Peterson Space Force Base, serving the 306th FTG and 98th Jump Squadron. Apply today.

• Service, repair, and perform 125‑hour EMMA inspections on DeHavilland DHC‑6‑300 aircraft and PT6A‑34 engines to ensure airworthiness or any other OEM mandated inspection with the ability to meet provided deadlines
• Knowledge of Garmin Avionics 600
  
  Txi, 650
  
  Xi and 750
  
  Xi systems
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and repair aircraft wiring
• Inspect PT6A‑34 engines for oil/fuel leaks, general condition, perform hot section inspections and evaluate engine operation to detect and diagnose malfunctions; perform adjustments to engine Prime Blade, Beta, Min Gov, and Auto feather operation
• Inspect turbine blades and PT6A‑34 hot section using borescope procedures to detect cracks or defects
• Remove PT6A‑34 engines and accessories, repair or replace defective parts, reassemble engine accessories and reinstall engines on aircraft
• Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures, such as wings, fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, plumbing and hydraulic units using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet guns, and drills
• Read and interpret OEM maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
• Perform aircraft tire/brake caliper maintenance, removal, installation, breakdown, inspection, and build‑up of tires and calipers
• Perform miscellaneous duties including servicing of fuel and oxygen and marshaling aircraft
• Service engines and airframe components off‑station to keep aircraft in safe operating condition
• Ability to test‑run and taxi aircraft during busy airport operations while communicating with air traffic control
• Quickly troubleshoot and repair deficiencies reported by aircrew

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Current Airframe and Powerplant license (A&P)
• Flexible work hours required:
  Tuesday‑Saturday work week from August to May;
  Monday‑Friday work week from May to August
• Physically capable of bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, standing for long periods and able to lift 60 lbs
• U.S. citizen with a valid driver’s license

Work Type:
On‑Site

Pay Range: $45.44 per hour

Benefits: CBA – The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.