Aircraft Mechanic II; UH-Technical Inspector Wheeler CBA

The Aircraft Mechanic II (UH-60 QC Inspector) inspects the repair and modification of aircraft structures, structural components, and engines of complex to extreme difficulty.

• Plans, conducts, and supervises aircraft technical inspections.
• Inspects and evaluates repairs and modifications to aircraft structures, structural components and engines.
• Inspects and evaluates maintenance of aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components.
• Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions.
• Applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation.
• Participates in maintenance test flights and operation checks as required.
• Ensures compliance with aircraft configuration control, oil analysis Program and test measuring diagnostic equipment calibration.
• Provides lower-level technicians guidance in aircraft repair and technical inspection techniques and procedures according to directives, technical manuals, work standards and operational policies.
• Contributes input to development and implementation of quality control and ground safety programs to ensure compliance with contract specifications.
• Inspects and verifies proper completion and documentation of safety and flight discrepancies.
• Must be able to lead small groups independently and provide oversight updates to the program leadership.
• Perform other qualified duties as required.

• Shall have five years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience.
• Shall have at least one year experience inspecting MDS aircraft assigned.
• Shall possess a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P). If no A&P, shall have a minimum of five years’ experience as an aircraft inspector on the Mission Design Series (MDS) airframe they will be inspecting.
• Shall hold a valid (current) FAA Inspection Authorization (IA). If no IA, shall have a minimum of five years’ experience as an aircraft inspector on the Mission Design Series (MDS) airframe they will be inspecting.
• Must have satisfactorily completed the 15-series career management field Advanced Leadership Course (formerly BNCOC), AMOC, or possess a Federal aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P).
• Shall have Security Clearance appropriate to the level required for the work.
• Broad working knowledge of aircraft maintenance, inspection techniques, FAA regulations, and technical publications.
• Working knowledge of aircraft safety requirements and how to operate portable firefighting equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and comprehend schematic diagrams, drawings, charts, and technical publications.
• Exceptional communication skills, leadership abilities, and personnel management skills are required.
• Detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc.
• Able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Basic computer data entry skills required for use of maintenance and logistics databases.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• If assigned to flight duty, shall possess a current, valid ARMY or FAA Third Class Medical Certificate and meet the qualifications in AR 95-20.
• Must meet qualifications for performing UH-60 Weight & Balance entries.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Favorable NACI (T1) Security Clearance.

• Frequently lifts parts and equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lifts objects up to 50 pounds.
• Most heavy lifting is accomplished through the use of mechanical devices.
• Work is performed in Aircraft maintenance hangar that is moderately lighted, heated, and ventilated. Work could be performed outside as well.
• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is…