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Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic I (Sheet Metal)

Location: AFRC CRF Little Rock AFB

Task Description: Aircraft Mechanic I (23021):

Aircraft Mechanics I must have a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, required to meet the assigned missions. Makes repairs to aircraft and follows 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 unit, and ventilation and heating systems. This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills. This worker reads and interprets manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine 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, and engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment; removing engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck, disassembling and inspecting parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and repairing or replacing defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft. Job duties require that this mechanic adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes. Supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft, enters in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verifies the work was performed satisfactorily, service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition, specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and specialize in engine repair. May be required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration. May require specialization in sheet-metal, electric work, avionics or other aircraft systems related disciplines.

Skills and Knowledge: The Contractor shall be able to provide Intermediate and Depot level Sheet Metal maintenance support for the C-130 T56 engine and propeller to include: T56 Power Section Assembly (PSA), T56 Reduction Gear Assembly (RGA), T56 Torquemeter (T/M), T56 Turbine Unit Change Assembly (TUCA) and T-56 Quick Engine Change Assembly (QECA). All these items comprise the C-130 T56 Turboprop Engine.

• Must be knowledgeable of technical directives, Air Force aviation maintenance programs, and shall be knowledgeable of and understand basic supply procedures.
• Aircraft Mechanic I shall have experience writing with clarity and technical accuracy, and ensure adherence to all applicable policies and procedures.
• Possess a high degree of expertise in the control and coordination of aircraft maintenance.
• Thorough working knowledge of applicable maintenance/technical manuals and publications.
• Working understanding of the aircraft and aircraft systems.

Task Requirements:

• Repair T56 QECA and T56 Modules
• Perform aircraft engine inspections
• Engine maintenance action documentation via logs, records, forms, and electronic means
• Complete engine and engine module tear down and build up, operational check
• Corrosion control
• Troubleshooting
• Preservation and de-preservation
• General engine maintenance
• Fuel Surveillance
• Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention
• Maintain Support Equipment (SE)
• Operate SE
• Use Personal Protective Equipment as appropriate for task(s)
• Use HAZMAT as appropriate for task(s)
• Technical Directive compliance and modifications
• May perform duties at Engine Test Cell
• Use hand tools, power tools, machines, specific and general aviation test measurement and diagnostic equipment, and sets kits and outfits (SKO).
• Repair, maintain, modify and overhaul aircraft engines and engine modules not mounted on aircraft.
• Read and interpret manufacturers' maintenance manuals, military technical manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, blueprints, manufacturers’ drawings, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
• 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
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three or more years’ maintenance experience on T56
• Collateral Duty Inspector

Basic Qualifications:

• Qualified Aviation Sheet Metal Mechanic
• Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift schedule if required.
• Must be able work flexible work-week schedules i.e. M-F or as required.
• Must be eligible for a Common Access Card (CAC).

• Must be able to obtain favorable National Agency Check with Written Inquires (NACI).
• 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.

Compensation

$38.44/hour

Other Compensation

Employees receive a minimum health and welfare benefit of $7.00 per hour paid up to 40 hours per week.

Benefits

Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in KAI’s 401k plan.  KAI employees at Little Rock AFB T-56 have 11 paid holidays. After completing one year of service, employees will have 88 hours of PTO.

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. 

Equal Opportunity Employer Disability/Vets