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Aircraft Mechanic II
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Little Rock

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Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic II

 

Location: AFRC CRF Little Rock AFB

 

Task Description: 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.

 

Skills and Knowledge: The Contractor shall be able to provide Intermediate and Depot level 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 II 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 depreservation
  • General engine maintenance
  • Technical Directive compliance and modifications
  • Tool control and upkeep
  • Repair, maintain, modify and overhaul aircraft engines and engine modules not mounted on aircraft.
  • 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)
  • Perform general housekeeping
  • Perform other duties as assigned or directed

 

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Basic Qualifications:

  • Qualified Aviation Power Plant Mechanic
  • Five years’ aviation Power Plant/Propeller maintenance experience
  • 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

$40.21/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

Other facts

Tech stack
Aircraft Maintenance,Engine Repair,Troubleshooting,Sheet Metal Work,Electrical Theory,Technical Documentation,Corrosion Control,Fuel Surveillance,Foreign Object Damage Prevention,General Maintenance,Team Leadership,Technical Directive Compliance,Tool Control,Safety Procedures,Aircraft Systems Knowledge,Maintenance Documentation

About Kay and Associates, Inc.

Kay and Associates, Inc. (KAI) was established in 1960 by our founder Donald Kay to provide high quality, cost effective solutions in response to the need for engineering and technical services requirements of industry and government customers worldwide. KAI's exceptional service and quality earned industry wide recognition that, by the early 1980's, positioned KAI as a leading value added provider to industry, the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, U.S. Customs Service and Drug Enforcement Agency.

KAI’s corporate experience includes an extensive maintenance pedigree supporting the U.S. Air Force, Navy, Army, NASA, United Nations and foreign customers including Brazil, Malaysia, Kuwait, Morocco, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. As a registered AS9100D, AS9110C, and ISO 9001:2015 organization providing Contract Management for the Deployment of Contractor Maintenance Services, Contractor Support Services, and Contractor Logistics Services at Customer Facilities in the areas of Aviation Maintenance, Aerospace Ground Equipment, Flight Services and Technical Service Support Labor Acquisitions, KAI is uniquely positioned and qualified as a Prime contractor to address our customer's most challenging needs and support our world class partners in teaming and sub-contracting roles.

Team size: 501-1,000 employees
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Industry: Airlines and Aviation
Founding Year: 1960

What you'll do

  • The Aircraft Mechanic II is responsible for repairing and maintaining aircraft engines and components, performing inspections, and leading teams through complex tasks. They must apply technical knowledge to troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions.

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