Aircraft Mechanic - Avionics; Plus

Location: Lemoore, CA

Job Posting No: 113836

Salary Range: $47.83 per Hour

Contract:

NAS Lemoore

Start Date:

TBD

Union:
Yes

FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt

Shift Work:
Possible Full‑Time/Part‑Time

Relocation:
No

Travel:
Possible

M1 is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic I (Avionics) to perform organizational and level maintenance on aircraft avionic systems.

• Have in‑depth knowledge of assigned aircraft electrical, instrumentation, systems and related components, including power generation, distribution, regulation, and control;
  Automatic Flight Control Systems;
  Inertial Navigation and Compass Systems;
  Attitude Systems;
  Lead Acid, NiCad and Carbon Batteries;
  Pitot and Static Systems;
  Interior and Exterior Lighting Systems;
  Electrohydraulics and Electromechanical systems;
  Warning and Detection Systems;
  Instruments of Flight;
  Capacitance Fuel Quantity and Transfer Systems.
• Maintain, test, service, inspect, replace, or repair to specification all required systems.
• Diagnose, isolate, and correct system malfunctions.
• Read and interpret manufacturers', airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, maintenance requirement cards, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Be qualified to work with ground support equipment, special calibration equipment, and special tools.
• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring systems and aircraft accessories; perform preflight, thru‑flight, and post‑flight maintenance inspections; flush crankcase, clean screens and filters, grease moving parts, and check brakes.
• Supervise the jacking and towing of aircraft; enter maintenance record descriptions; verify work was performed satisfactorily; service engines and airframe components at line station; make repairs short of overhaul; specialist work on structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies; and specialize in engine repair.
• Work on all aircraft systems beyond field of expertise as a general Aircraft Mechanic I.
• Follow direction of higher graded workers.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have 3 years of oral-level aircraft system maintenance experience.
• Knowledge and use of special tools/equipment required to perform assigned maintenance tasks.
• May be required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration;
  Navy Aviation Class A School (or military equivalent) with recent aviation experience may be substituted.
• May require specialization in sheet‑metal, electric work, avionics or other aircraft systems related disciplines.
• 18 months as a Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI), Quality Insurance Inspector, or Inspector Authorization (IA) preferred.
• Minimum 36 months organization‑level experience; preferred 24 months F/A‑18 experience within the last 36 months.
• Must complete CDI qualification syllabus and all qualifications to obtain CDI within 90 days of employment.
• Thorough understanding of DOD aircraft maintenance processes preferred.
• Must be able to obtain additional qualifications or license required to maintain aircraft and qualifications.
• May be required to qualify in additional certifications such as Low Power Engine Turn‑Up Operator (LPT), High Power Engine Turn‑Up Operator (HPT), Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR), and/or Plane Captain.
• Must inspect and maintain all company and customer assets, including all assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), in accordance with applicable directives.
• Must speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Obtain/maintain security clearance, DOD CAC privileges, and Special Access Badge requirements.
• Must be able to work days, nights, and weekends as required.
• Current valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Ability to travel.
• Must participate in training and qualification of new personnel.
• Must participate in required daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual training and ensure documentation in a timely manner.
• Must be willing and able to deal with customer and company employees in a courteous and professional manner.
• Must have working knowledge of aircraft…