Aircraft Mechanic III – C-130J Multi-System Mechanic

Aircraft Mechanic III – C‑130J Multi‑System Mechanic

Primary Function:
The Multi‑System Aircraft Mechanic – C‑130J is responsible for performing advanced inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of multiple aircraft systems on the C‑130J Super Hercules, with a specialty focus in fuel systems maintenance and fuel cell operations. The mechanic supports both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, ensures full compliance with technical data and safety requirements, and contributes to aircraft readiness in a high‑tempo operational or depot environment.

• Position contingent on contract award.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair all C‑130J fuel system components including tanks, pumps, valves, probes, vent systems, manifolds, and quantity indicating systems.
• Perform confined‑space fuel tank entry, leak detection, bladder inspection, sealant removal/application, and corrective repair actions.
• Execute defuel/refuel operations, contamination control, leak checks, system functional tests, and system preservation tasks.
• Comply with all applicable technical orders (TO 1C‑130J‑2‑28 series) and established fuel system safety protocols.
• Perform intermediate‑ or depot‑level maintenance across multiple additional C‑130J systems, such as hydraulic systems, engine removal/installation, aircraft, thermal‑cycling, environmental control systems (ECS), flight controls, landing gear, electrical/avionics, structural repairs, corrosion control, and modification programs.
• Interpret and apply maintenance manuals, technical orders, wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering instructions.
• Accurately document work performed using AFTO 781 series forms, IMDS/GO81, or contractor systems.
• Conduct operational checks and system functions following maintenance actions.
• Support aircraft launch, recovery, and troubleshooting activities.

• Ability to use respirator, forced air, or other breathing equipment.
• Work in confined spaces, tolerate fuel vapors.
• Strong understanding of HAZMAT, environmental, and safety regulations.
• Depot, ISO, or heavy maintenance experience on C‑130J aircraft.
• A&P certification preferred.
• Experience with corrosion control, structural repairs, or modification programs.
• Familiarity with digital maintenance tracking systems such as IMDS, GO81, or equivalent.
• Deep working knowledge of C‑130J systems architecture.
• Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documentation, operating & maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Provide technical guidance and on‑the‑job training to junior maintainers.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Production Control, and other specialties to resolve complex discrepancies.
• Maintain compliance with confined‑space requirements, PPE, Lockout/Tagout procedures, FOD prevention, and HAZMAT handling.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Decision analysis and problem‑solving skills; communicate issues to management.
• Learn and understand corporate policies and procedures.
• Perform basic mathematical computations.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and rotating shifts.
• Multi‑task.

• 5+ years aircraft maintenance experience, with direct hands‑on experience on C‑130J fuel systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency across at least two additional C‑130J aircraft systems.
• Formal military or OEM aircraft maintenance training (e.g., USAF AFSC 2A6X4/2A6X5/2A3X3 or equivalent).
• Confined space/fuel tank entry qualified (or able to obtain).
• Ability to interpret and work from aircraft technical data.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

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