Ground Support Equipment Mechanic II (SCA)

GSE Mechanic with a Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI)

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) system engineering and information technology firm, headquartered in Maryland. Incorporated in 1999, we support mission critical Information Technology (IT) business needs for clients within the intelligence community (IC), Department of Defense (DOD), Veteran Administration (VA), and select commercial clients. ACET, Inc.'s technical, programmatic, and analytical professionals are experts in commercial technology, customized solutions, and proprietary government systems.

We are seeking an experienced GSE Mechanic with a Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) background to support the Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) work center. In this role, you will diagnose, repair, and inspect powered and non-powered aviation ground support equipment (GSE) supporting AH-1Z and UH-1Y rotary-wing aircraft. Your primary mission is to ensure equipment transitions efficiently through the maintenance cycle to produce Ready For Issue (RFI) assets that maximize flight-line readiness.

• Work Center Flow & RFI Production:
  Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair GSE within the MALS work center, ensuring assets meet all quality standards to be certified as Ready For Issue (RFI).
• CDI Quality Assurance:
  Perform as a Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) conducting in-process and final inspections on all work center maintenance tasks. Sign off on logs to certify compliance with Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) standards.
• Tire and Wheel Maintenance:
  Perform teardown, build-up, inspection, and safe inflation/deflation of aviation support equipment wheels in strict compliance with NAVAIR tire and wheel safety regulations.
• H-1 Platform Equipment Support:
  Service rotary-wing specific support equipment, including hydraulic test stands, mobile electric power plants (MEPPs), tow tractors, and aircraft spotting dollies used for AH/UH platforms.
• NAMP Documentation:
  Accurately document all maintenance actions, inspector sign-offs, and part requests using NALCOMIS / Optimized NALCOMIS (O-OMA).

• Experience:
  
  Minimum 4+ years of military or contractor aviation GSE maintenance experience (MOS 6071, 6072, 6073, or civilian equivalent), specifically within a MALS or Navy AIMD work center environment.
• Required Certification:
  Must hold or have previously held a Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) qualification under the COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Proven ability to interpret complex hydraulic schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, and NAVAIR technical publications.
• Clearance:
  Ability to obtain and maintain access to the military installation and relevant MALS facilities.

• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and manipulate up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, and squat for extended periods.
• Must be able to work in a high-noise environment and around aircraft-related operations.
• Fit-for-duty and/or respiratory physical may be required based on contract requirements.

What We Offer

• At ACET, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are committed to providing a comprehensive Total Rewards program that recognizes and supports the diverse needs of our workforce. Our offerings are designed to attract, motivate, and retain top talent while fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and well-being.
• Employee benefits include the following:
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Program
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Please note that all compensation, benefits, and policies are subject to change at the company's discretion. While we make every effort to provide advance notice of changes, adjustments may occur based on business needs, economic conditions, and industry standards.

Must be US Citizen to apply

ACET is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.