Aircraft Mechanic II (Crew Chief)

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Aircraft Mechanic II (23022):

Aircraft Mechanics II must have a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, and structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, required to meet the assigned missions. Additionally provides input to Maintenance Engineering Changes (MEC), Estimated Cost of Damage preparation (ECOD) and assist in the recommendation of changes to (MWO). Individuals must be able to prioritize workloads and are required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks. Mechanic IIs can inspect Mechanic IIs and Is. 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. May require specialization in sheet-metal, electric work, avionics or other aircraft systems related disciplines.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Aircraft Mechanic II (Crew Chief):

Crew Chief Experience: Minimum of six years total experience in aircraft maintenance as an aircraft electrician with one year on F-15 aircraft. The contractor shall have the skill and qualifications to lead a team jacking and de-jacking F-15E Aircraft. The contractor shall have the skill and qualifications required to lead a team in bleeding hydraulic systems on F-15E Aircraft. The contractor shall have the skill and qualifications required to lead a team in performing hydraulic landing gear emergency operational checks on F-15E Aircraft. The contractor shall also have the skills necessary to assist the Level II A/E in electrical wiring and other tasks requiring two people.

Responsibility:

Task Requirements:

• May occasionally perform duties as Team Lead
• Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
• Maintenance Control planning and management
• Aircraft maintenance action documentation via logs, records, forms, and electronic means
• Support Equipment (SE) operation and inspections
• Aircraft inspections
• Troubleshooting
• General aircraft maintenance
• Technical Directive compliance and modifications
• Tool Control Program Tool issue/receipt supporting aircraft maintenance shops including hazardous materials, tool room/box/pouch configuration

• Maintain Aircraft, Engines, and SE Logbooks
• Jacking/De-Jacking Aircraft
• Perform general housekeeping and organization of workstation(s), shop(s), maintenance facility to provide a clean, safe, and FOD free environment
• Perform shift work and/or overtime as required
• Requisition repair parts, materials, and consumable supplies through military supply system.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Eight or more years’ experience in aircraft maintenance
• Three years’ experience on F-15 aircraft
• Advanced Corrosion Control Course

Basic Qualifications:

• Six years Aviation Maintenance experience
• One year experience on F-15 aircraft

• Must be able to work shift schedules as required per Performance Work Statement (PWS)
• Must be able work work-week schedules i.e. M-F, Sn-Th or as required per PWS

• Basic Corrosion Control Course.
• Must be able to work flexible work-week schedules as required

• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must have at a minimum an interim SECRET security clearance
• Must be eligible for Common Access Card (CAC)
• Must be eligible for Restricted Area Badge
• Must be able to climb ladders, raised platforms, and aircraft.
• Must be able to use hand and power tools.
• Must have dexterity to handle small parts.
• Must be able to travel to support off station Temporary Duty (TDY) as required

Compensation

$37.73/hour

Other Compensation

Employees will receive a health and welfare fringe benefit of $2.65 for every hour paid.

Benefits

Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in KAI’s 401k plan. Employees have a minimum of eleven paid holidays. After completing one year of service, employees will have two weeks paid vacation.

Employment is contingent on (a) your ability to provide appropriate proof of your identity and eligibility to work in the United States; (b) your references and any background check being satisfactory to the Company; (c) you successfully passing a pre-employment drug test; and (d) your ability to get a required clearance by your effective start date, if needed; and (e) KAI commencing performance on this contract.

KAI is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.