Aircraft Mechanic ; W&T

The Aircraft Mechanic I (Wheel & Tire) is responsible for support of highly sensitive HQ USAF operational plans and safe air transportation for Cabinet Members, senior military leaders, and visiting foreign dignitaries.

• Provide off-equipment maintenance for wheels, tires and associated equipment used on assigned aircraft.
• Manage, forecast and coordinate overhaul maintenance for over 50 wheel & tire assemblies spanning 4 different aircraft MDS's.
• Operate all associated ground support equipment and use hand tools, special tools, fixtures and adhesives applicable to maintenance and repair.
• Research technical data, maintenance drawings and blueprints for inspection, maintenance, and repair of assigned equipment.
• Disassemble / reassemble, inspect, repair and repack Boeing and Gulf Stream wheel & tire assemblies.
• Monitor bench and shop stocks and order material and supplies as required.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with the NDI Shop, Sheet metal Shop, Production Supervisors and Maintenance Operation Coordination Center.
• Document applicable forms and input data in Maintenance Information System.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, housekeeping, tool control, and FOO prevention programs.
• Be able to work first shift, second shift, third shift, and/or weekend shift as required.
• Perform other duties related to the occupational field as assigned.
• May be tasked to perform work center additional duties with provided training, including temporary duty and travel.
• Maintain all training requirements.

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required.
• Have a working knowledge of applicable technical publications and repair procedures for wheel & tire assemblies. Must read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data is required.
• An FAA Airframe License is required.
• Meet physical requirements; occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds is required.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
  
  NOTE:
  
  US Citizenship is required to obtain clearance.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a flight line driver's license.

• A working knowledge of corrosion control techniques and base, federal and company procedures for handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials is preferred.

$48.85

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note:

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