Aircraft Mechanic; SAM-UPT

Position:
Aircraft Mechanic, Sheppard AFB, TX. Salary: $44.14 per hour.

Start Date:

05/26/2026. Union:
Yes. Shift: 2nd FT/PT. Relocation:
No.

M1 is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic with the following knowledge and experience:

• Uses schematic diagrams, drawings, charts and technical publications to operate, test, remove, troubleshoot and replace aircraft system components, including removing and installing engines as required.
• Complies with FOD prevention, housekeeping, tool control, environmental and safety programs.
• Performs aircraft conditional inspections.
• Performs all required aircraft servicing tasks.
• Operates ground support equipment and documents/reports discrepancies prior to use.
• Performs all tasks associated with ground movement of aircraft.
• Completes all necessary manual and automated records required by USAF and company directives.
• Orders parts and supplies as needed.
• Follows technical data, manuals, regulations and other maintenance directives as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Participates in towing and movement of aircraft during maintenance activities.

Knowledge

• A working knowledge of jet aircraft systems and common aircraft hand tools and special tools.
• A working knowledge of aircraft maintenance safety requirements and operation of portable fire‑fighting equipment.

Education

• Completion of high school or equivalent is required. Completion of specialized courses is desired.
• The ability to read, write and comprehend technical data is required.

Experience

• Eighteen (18) months of general aircraft maintenance experience is required.
• One (1) year of experience in the past three (3) calendar years on applicable aircraft or completion of a specific aircraft familiarization course is required.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is necessary to obtain flight line driving privileges.

• Environment ranges from office to hangar and flight line and requires extensive climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching and walking demands.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be physically capable of performing all assigned duties.
• Normal color vision is required.
• A physical fitness test is required for personnel working in fuel cell maintenance. Must be able to enter the smallest cell opening and qualify for use of a respirator.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short‑ and Long‑term Disability. Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses and a free Employee Assistance Program are also available.

M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or veteran status.