Aircraft Mechanic Senior; SAM-T38-0321

M1 Support Services, LP
1500 Solana Blvd. Suite 5200
Westlake, TX 76262

Aircraft Mechanic, Senior (SAM-T38-0321)

Location Sheppard AFB, TX

TXX

Job Posting N 114448 ,

Start Date 09/28/2026

Contract Sheppard Aircraft Maintenance

Salary Range $48.79/Hour

Posting Date 09/14/2026

Union Yes

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Shift Work 2nd FT/PT Full-time

Relocation No

Travel Possible

Coordinates maintenance efforts with other mechanics, the lead person and supervisory personnel to ensure the timely return of aircraft to mission-capable status. Applies senior level expertise in the maintenance of T-6, and T-38 aircraft. Assists the lead person in supervising the maintenance activities of assigned personnel.

• Performs inspection, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on aircraft systems and components.
• Informs the lead person of discrepancies, repairs and possible delays. Requests and schedules specialist support as necessary.
• Ensures the use of technical data in all aspects of aircraft maintenance.
• Completes and ensures completion of all necessary manual and automated records required by USAF and company directives.
• Performs operations, functional and rig checks on T-6, and T-38 flight controls, landing gear and throttle control systems as required. Also performs run and trim and operational checks of J85, & PT6A engines as necessary.
• Removes and replaces engines as necessary.
• Within qualifications conducts inspections of aircraft and system maintenance to ensure quality and completeness.
• Operates ground support equipment and uses the special tools/fixtures applicable to maintenance of the assigned aircraft.
• Performs all aircraft servicing and inspection tasks necessary to return aircraft to mission-capable status.
• Participates in and ensures compliance with established FOD prevention, housekeeping, tool control, environmental and safety programs.
• Researches and requisitions parts and components and determines the repair ability and serviceability of parts and components.
• Coordinates maintenance activities with Maintenance Control functional. Keeps Maintenance Control informed of aircraft status and mission progression.
• Reviews aircraft records to ensure that required maintenance has been performed, that hourly and calendar tracked events are current and that all associated documentation has been completed.
• In coordination with the section supervisor and the training specialist provides on-the-job training of new employees.
• Assists and instructs less skilled personnel in correct procedures.
• Assists section lead and in his/her absence performs the duties of the lead as required.
• Follows technical data, manuals, regulations, and other maintenance directives as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Participates in towing and movement of aircraft in performing maintenance activities.

• An in-depth knowledge of the assigned aircraft is required. A thorough working knowledge of applicable technical publications is required.
• Completion of high school or equivalent. The ability to read and write .and comprehend written and/or verbal orders, instructions and directives is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of applicable aircraft maintenance experience on the current/specific aircraft the individual is qualified to perform maintenance on. Fuel Cell Senior requires a minimum of two (2) years' aircraft fuel system maintenance.
• Good verbal and written skills and leadership ability are required.
• For personnel working in fuel cell maintenance a physical is required, must be able to enter the smallest cell opening, must be able to become qualified and use a respirator.
• Must be able to lift a minimum weight of 50 lbs., stand for…