Aircraft Mechanic - Ordnance; Plus Job California Missouri USA,Engineering

Position: Aircraft Mechanic I - Ordnance (Plus Up)
Location: California

FT/PT position – Relocation No Travel Possible. Aircraft Mechanic I – Aviation Ordnance will be responsible for performing maintenance on various components of military aircraft, specifically focusing on H‑60 series helicopters, including the MH60‑R. Your duties will span across a variety of systems, including airframes, engines, avionics, landing gear, rotor systems, and more.

Primary Responsibilities

Aircraft System Repair & Rebuilding

Perform repairs and rebuilds across all aircraft systems, including structure, engines, rotors, avionics, hydraulic units, and flight surfaces.
Use tools and equipment such as welders, drills, rivet guns, and sheet metal brakes to maintain aircraft parts.

Technical Document Interpretation

Read and interpret maintenance manuals, technical data, and service bulletins to plan and execute repairs on malfunctioning or damaged aircraft components.

Aircraft Inspections & Testing

Conduct regular maintenance inspections (175‑hour, progressive, phase, and periodic hourly and calendar inspections) to detect cracks, leaks, corrosion, or wear on components like engines, turbine blades, and hydraulic systems.
Use testing equipment for engine operations and replace damaged parts.

Flight Support Maintenance

Perform preflight, thru‑flight, and post‑flight inspections.
Service aircraft (flushing gearboxes, cleaning filters, greasing moving parts, checking brakes).

Aircraft Handling

Jack, tow, move aircraft, spot aircraft and maintain aircraft in safe operational condition.
Enter maintenance records and ensure all repairs are documented correctly.

Leadership & Supervision

Lead and supervise junior mechanics, ensuring safety and quality during all tasks.

Specialization Areas

Potential to specialize in areas like engine repair, airframe maintenance, or avionics.

Safety & Quality Compliance

Ensure compliance with all safety and quality procedures, including Hazmat handling and FOD (Foreign Object Damage) prevention.
Participate in safety programs and perform housekeeping duties in the shop.
Maintain detailed records of all maintenance performed in OOMA or similar systems, ensuring compliance with 4790 and safety standards.

Additional Responsibilities

Participate in Aviation Gas Free Program and obtain necessary support equipment licenses.
Comply with all safety protocols, training requirements, and emergency response duties. Maintain necessary certifications such as Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) or Quality Assurance Representative (QAR).

Qualifications and Experience

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience with H‑60 series aircraft (or equivalent rotary aircraft experience). MH‑60R experience preferred. At least 5 years Aviation Ordnance, MH60‑R CDI/CDQAR experience.
Certifications: Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications in line with U.S. Navy instructions (e.g., CDI, QAR). Ordnance certification shall be required to obtain.
Security Clearance: Must be able to pass and maintain a Tier 3 Background Check. Some roles may require a secret clearance.
Technical

Skills:

Ability to read and interpret technical data, manuals, and special operating instructions.
Language

Skills:

Must be able to read, write, and understand English.

Additional Requirements

Ability to work with foreign cultures and languages.
Successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen and medical examination.
Ability to meet physical requirements for the position.
Compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations.
Must be able to handle and dispose of hazardous materials as required.
Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

Working Conditions

Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
Computer usage for documentation using codes and clear written and verbal English language required.
Constant use of eye sight abilities while reviewing documents, walking around work areas and constant use of English language speech/hearing abilities for communication.
Constant mental alertness around all work areas, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.
Climbing aircraft using aircraft step and all types of ladders or stands.
Standing long periods of time with minimal…