Aerospace Ground Equipment Mechanic III - Deployed

Overview

Aerospace Ground Equipment Mechanic III - Deployed Only

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• Inspecting, servicing, maintaining, testing and storing aerospace ground service vehicles and equipment to support aircraft flight and maintenance operations.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aerospace ground and service equipment (AGE).
• Inspect, test, and operate AGE to determine serviceability and proper operation.
• Diagnose mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions.
• Remove, disassemble, repair, clean, treat for corrosion, assemble, and reinstall AGE accessories and components.
• Provide dispatch services for AGE, including positioning equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations, and prepare AGE for storage and mobility deployment.
• Assist with Tool Room Crib operations, including issuing tools and maintaining tool programs and inventory.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and typically 5 or more years of relevant experience
• A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Exposure to technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications
• Ability to understand and interpret technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications
• Experience performing the following:
• Experienced with periodic government inspections
• Ability to perform load testing on aircraft jacks
• Demonstrate the ability to perform periodic inspections and maintenance
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain AGE equipment records
• Familiar with multiple tools and its use
• Removal and replacement of parts
• Understanding of electronics, refrigeration, hydraulics, power generation, engines, pneumatics and heating
• Moderate skills in servicing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and preventive maintenance on motor and engine-driven generator sets, air conditioners, hydraulic test stands, air compressors, heaters and other similar equipment
• Understanding the use, maintenance, and repair of a variety of hand and power tools; tool room management and inventory (plus corrosion control)
• Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
• Must have an active US driver’s license
• Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 60/30 rotation
• Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations
• Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment
• Willing and able to work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required

• Formal Technical training
• FAA repair station and/or Quality Assurance experience
• Tool Room Crib Assistant experience
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

At Sierra Nevada Company, LLC (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The DoD CAF adjudication process is described here.

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology

Industries:
Defense and Space Manufacturing