Electrical Mechanic

Chipton-Ross is seeking 4 Electrical Mechanics (Level
3) for a contract opportunity in San Antonio, TX.

• 10+ years of experience with electrical/electronic theories and avionics systems, shop mathematics and practices
• 10+ years of experience in working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
• 10+ years of experience with component and wire installation, including repairing, modifying, testing and troubleshooting new, experimental and disturbed systems
• Ability to work variable shifts including weekends and overtime
• Regular and predictable attendance is a requirement of this request
• Experience with fabricating new wire bundles
• Experience with routing and installing wire bundles on airplanes without existing wiring (commercial routing experience preferred)

• Perform connector terminations including shielded wires, coaxial cables and fiber optic wiring
• Understand and implement routing instructions and handling of harnesses
• Perform sealing, wrapping, bonding, tying and closure of wire harnesses and cables in accordance with standard processes
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications and retrofit requirements to perform electrical modifications and repairs
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of electrical wiring
• Perform assembly, installation, visual inspection of physical characteristics, modification of wire bundles and electrical assemblies, operational and quality checks of aircraft
• Troubleshoot organizational and depot maintenance level malfunctions in aircraft electrical and comms/nav‑systems
• Interpret standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, wire diagrams, formulas, sketches, verbal and electronic orders, job layouts and more
• Use all equipment in accordance with established safety and operating procedures
• Perform all tasks involved in the coordination, preparation and movement of material and tools
• Operate riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignments
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work
• Perform all duties of lower Electrical classifications as required to successfully accomplish assignments

• Experience with Avionics
• Experience with Depot Level/Modification maintenance
• Operate a forklift, mobile crane and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment
• FAA certification in Airframe and/or Power Plant

• The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds
• Exposure to noise and work on elevated platforms
• Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand and arms as required
• Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
• Read, write and comprehend the English language
• Handle, use and dispose of hazardous material
• Obtain and maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
• Occasional (1–3 hrs) finger manipulation
• On occasion, a 2‑person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs
• Frequent reaching overhead (3–6 hrs)
• Frequent walking on flat surfaces
• Frequent standing on flat or uneven surfaces
• Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps or uneven surfaces
• Occasional climbing on 3–12 ft ladders or stands
• Rotation of head, neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bending/stooping, lying down and operating foot controls for an extended period of time
• Occasional contact with metals
• Frequent exposure to noise

Minimum level of education required is a High School Diploma/GED.

Potential for up to 25% travel.

FULL TIME/VARIABLE SHIFT; work variable shifts based on business need (1st, 2nd & 3rd).

Candidates who do not have the flexibility to work all shifts or variable shifts should not apply for this opportunity.

Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information. This position will require the ability to obtain customer approval for access. Dual citizenship or prior citizenship of any other country may preclude ability to obtain access. A 3rd party background check relating to personal and business finances, residences, employment history, past drug use, prior military service and criminal behavior will be conducted prior to a start date.