Aerospace Ground Equipment Mechanic

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ASRC Federal Communications is seeking an Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Mechanic for our ISS2 contract supporting our Air Force customer. This position is located on Wake Island, about 2,000 miles off the coast of Hawaii. This is a rotational position in which the selected employee will work a schedule of 3 months on‑site at Wake Island and 1 month off unpaid.

While working on‑site, housing is provided in the form of a dormitory facility. All meals are furnished through the cafeteria.
You are responsible for the flight from your home base to HNL. Transportation from Honolulu to Wake Island is provided by government sponsored aircraft.

Under the direction of the Airfield Manager, the AGE Mechanic repairs, services, maintains Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE), and is responsible for the equipment and tools necessary to perform the work. The incumbent analyzes malfunctions and repairs; rebuilds and maintains power equipment, such as jet engine starters, power supply units, air cycle conditioners, and power generation systems in the field, or in the shop environment.

• Works from instructions such as work orders, pre‑repair inspection reports, standard operating procedures, technical orders, or oral instructions that provide an indication of possible problems, as well as the kinds and extent of desired repairs.
• Troubleshoots and repairs diesel, gasoline, and/or multi‑fuel engines; gearing and governing components for controlling, changing or transferring speed and power; hydraulic and pneumatic systems and controls; conditioning (cooling, heating, and dehumidifying) systems; turbine engines; combustion powered generators and compressors, or other comparably complex components, including completely disassembling, reassembling, overhauling, and adjusting to specifications.
• Troubleshoots electrical and transistorized sensing and controlling devices, and panels for engines and generators, such as overvoltage, under voltage, over frequency, under frequency, over temperature, fire detection, and low oil pressure.
• Examines checks, and tests systems and equipment; determines the type and extent of repairs needed.
• Uses a wide range of complex troubleshooting, testing and repairing equipment for mechanical and electrical equipment, including dynamo meters, load banks, impedance bridges, multi‑meters, equipment and system test cells or stands, flow meter panels, oscilloscopes, turbine engine analyzers and balancing machines; operates less complex equipment such as common mechanic’s tools, voltmeters, ohmmeters, pressure gauges, leak detectors, drills, and hones.
• Reads and uses technical manuals, illustrations, diagrams, schematics, and similar guides covering the complete assembly; troubleshoot and layout of powered support systems.
• Informs supervisor of any extensive changes to previously specified or anticipated repairs and limitations; completes approved work in accordance with existing guidelines or instructions.
• Uses experience and judgment to determine why engines, electrical components, hydraulic or pneumatic systems etc. fail to operate or meet performance specifications and requirements; selects best repair technique.
• Interfaces with Air Force, AMC contract, and other government personnel as needed.
• Follows safety procedures and uses proper protective equipment.
• Ensures maintenance and correct storage of all tools and equipment.
• Supports the project Safety Plan through personal involvement in all aspects of safety, including training, as well as attention and adherence to applicable safety requirements.
• Serves as Airfield Operations Lead as required.
• Serves as BASH Technician as required.
• Provides flight line services as required.
• Ensures proper housekeeping practices are observed.
• Performs related work as assigned.

• Knowledge of the basic principles behind the operation…