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The mission of Global Logistics Support Services, Incorporated (GLSS) is to provide Maintenance, Supply, Logistics, and Technical Support Services that meet or exceed customer requirements. GLSS delivers effective, quality services and builds customer satisfaction through continuous performance and process improvements. GLSS is AS9100, ISO9001 certified by NSF-ISR. 

Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, GLSS is a Wholly Owned Subsidiary of System Studies and Simulation, Inc (S3).

GLSS, has an immediate open for an Aircraft Mechanic I, to support on-going efforts at Little Rock, AR.

Military experience is a plus. 

Job Description:

This mechanic applies a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, and structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train, and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, as required to meet the assigned missions. Makes repairs to aircraft and follows the direction of higher-graded workers. The Aircraft Mechanic I troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power units, and ventilation and heating systems.

Duties:

• This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings, fuselage, functional components including rigging, surface controls, plumbing, and hydraulic units, by using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brakes, welding equipment, rivet guns, and drills.
• This worker reads and interprets manufacturers' and airlines maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Work involves replacing or repairing worn or damaged components, such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, engine-mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves, by using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
• Removes engines from aircraft using a hoist or forklift truck, disassembles and inspects parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and repairs or replaces defective engine parts.
• Reassembles and installs engines in aircraft.
• This mechanic adjust, repair, or replace the electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections.
• Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing the crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
• Supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft.
• Enters in the maintenance records and description of the work performed.  
• Verifies satisfactorily service engines and airframe components at the line station.
• Makes repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition. 
• Specializing in the repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and specializing in engine repair.

Qualifications:

• Must have a through knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures, and replacement of parts. 
• Requires a broad knowledge of aircraft sheet-metal / structural modifications and repair. 
• Must have a 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. 
• 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. 
• A&P License or a Military Service School Certificate of Training in Aviation Maintenance highly desirable.  
• High School diploma or equivalent. 

Systems Studies and Simulation, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NOT FOR CONSIDERATION BY OUTSIDE STAFFING AGENCIES

COMPANY: GLSS