Aircraft Mechanic A&P; Turboprop

Position: Aircraft Mechanic A&P (Turboprop preferred)
Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is seeking a A&P Technician for the United States Air Force Contractor Logistics Support contract at Tyndall AFB in Panama City, FL.  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

** Responsibilities*
* + This mechanic maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty, maintains and repairs 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 and applies required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation, and applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as;

blueprints or manufactures' manuals.

+ Must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts, requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair, must have basic knowledge of electrical theory, must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers.

+ This job requires working knowledge of technical publications.

+ The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.

+ Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.

+ Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs of aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure airworthiness.

+ Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills.

+ Reads and interprets manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.

+ Inspects turbine blades to detect cracks or breaks.

+ Tests engine operation, using required equipment.

+ Replaces or repairs worn or damaged components, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.

+ Removes engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck.

+ Disassembles and inspects parts for wear, warping, or other defects.

+ Repairs or replaces defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft.

+ Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories.

+ Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including cleaning screens, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.

+ Required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration with current Airframe and Powerplant license.

+ Service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.

+ Specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies.

+ Perform routine inspections

+ Ability to test run aircraft during busy airport operations.

+ Troubleshoot and repair deficiencies reported by aircrew.

+ Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.

+ Able to perform simple to complex composite repairs.

** Qualifications*
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Education:

High School diploma or equivalent.

+ Aircraft Maintenance

Experience:

2 years' experience turbo prop aircraft.

+ Certificate:  Airframe and Powerplant certificate with no enforcement actions.

+ Computer

Skills:

Basic computer skills.  Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products a plus.

+ Must have the physical capability to work in tight spaces, at heights, on wings, use ladders, operate tugs, operate lifts, and lift up to 50 lbs.

+ Driver's License:  A valid state issued driver's license.

+ Drug Test:  Yes.

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* + Inspection Authorization (IA)

+ 5 years' experience DeHavilland Dash 8 Turbo Prop Aircraft

+ 5 Years' experience Pratt & Whitney engine PW-120A.

** Job *
* ** Work Type*
* On-Site

** Company Description*
* ** Work Where it Matters*
* Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

** For our shareholders** , AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has…