(Typical duties include the following, although specific
duties vary by assignment or contract)
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 technical expertise
in restoring equipment condition and operation.
Removes and installs aircraft subsystem assemblies and
components such as engines, rotors, transmissions, mechanical flight controls
and their components.
Services and lubricates aircraft and subsystems.
Safely prepares aircraft for inspections and maintenance
checks and services.
Performs scheduled inspections and assists in performing
special inspections.
Performs limited maintenance operational checks and
diagnoses and troubleshoots aircraft systems using special tools and test
equipment as required.
Uses and performs operator maintenance on tools, special
tools and aircraft ground support equipment.
Applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate
problems by interpreting technical documentation such as aircraft Technical
Manuals, Maintenance Information and Action Messages and all technical guidance
provided through government official representatives.
Uses a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component
troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts.
Uses a knowledge of electrical theory and of aircraft unique
tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet
metal brakes and sheers.
Participates in maintenance test flights and operation
checks as required.
Uses a working knowledge of technical publications and the
Government STAMIS to make entries in aircraft logs and records.
Receives technical assistance, as required, from
higher-level technician.
Prioritize workloads and is required to lead teams through
more complex aircraft relevant tasks.
Inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be
performed by Aircraft Mechanic I & II.
Inspect all aircraft assigned.
Plans, conducts, and supervises aircraft technical
inspections.
Computes basic weight and balance records.
Participates in maintenance test flights and operation
checks as required.
Ensures compliance with aircraft configuration control, Army
oil analysis Program, and test measuring diagnostic equipment calibration.
Provides guidance to lower level technicians in aircraft
repair, technical inspection techniques, and procedures according to
directives, technical manuals, work standards, and operational policies.
Prepares evaluations, special reports, and records
pertaining to aircraft maintenance repair and related activities.
When assigned to operate Flexible Engine Diagnostic System
(FEDS). Shall have Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Powerplant License. If
no FAA Powerplant License, then shall have minimum five years documented as a
Flexible Engine Diagnostic System (FEDS) operator.
When designated shall obtain DoD EPA Refrigerant Processing
Certificate Section 608 Technician Certification (Universal) or Minimum Type
II.
If assigned, all Weight and Balance Personnel Shall be
trained according to AR 95-1.
When qualified may be designated as an additional duty
safety officer and or site safety specialist (SSS, as a primary duty).
May be designated as a Foreign Object Elimination/Foreign
Object Debris (FOE/FOD) Program Administrator.
As qualified and when required can perform non-crew member
duties.
When qualified and as assigned for crane operator duties
shall have three years of crane operation related experience and shall comply
with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 1926 Safety and
Health Regulations for Construction, Subpart: CC Cranes & Derricks in
Construction 1926.1427 Operator qualification and Certification.
When selected, qualified and trained IAW contact
requirements will perform aircraft condition evaluations (ACE) inspection
duties.
As required capable of using Respiratory Protective
Equipment (RPE) for job duties.
May support AS9100-AS9110 internal audits, corrective action
requests, assist section, department, and/or program in developing plans to
correct identified shortfalls.
May assist with continual improvement initiatives.
Perform other qualified duties as assigned
Proficient in the use of the Government STAMIS used to
maintain Army aircraft forms and records.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component
troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural
modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of
non-complex electrical systems.
Detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test
equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers,
sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc.
Able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on
assigned projects.
Possess the experience and ability to provide technical
support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike.
Excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to
meet aircraft delivery schedule.
Basic computer data entry skills required for use of
maintenance and logistics databases.
Shall possess the level of experience necessary to inspect
all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by skill class
Mechanic I and 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.
Shall have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical
component troubleshooting, diagnosing problems, repair procedures and
replacement of parts: requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet
metal/structural modifications and repair.
Shall have basic knowledge of electrical theory.
Shall have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such
as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal
brakes and sheers.
Shall have a working knowledge of making entries in aircraft
logbooks & records, military technical publications, and the Army's Unit
Level Logistics Aviation Information System, ULLS-AE.
Shall have a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal and
structural modification and repair.
Shall have the ability to determine functionality of
non-complex electrical systems.
Shall have a detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools
such as cable tensiometers.
All mechanics assigned to perform maintenance on FAA certified
aircraft must meet FAA requirements
When assigned to Engine Specialized Repair Activity, must
hold a valid (current) FAA Powerplant license.
Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to
communicate through e-mail and software applications.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in
writing in English.
Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined
surfaces for extended periods throughout the day.
Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work
stands.
Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use
finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
May be required to lift heavy objects whose weight may
exceed 50 pounds.
Will be required to handle dirty parts and lubricants.
Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE).
Must be able to pass a Respirator Physical and Fit Test
qualification.
May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand
tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, etc.
Must be able to lift/push/pull minimum of 50 pounds.
May work in maintenance shop or outside.
Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is
drafty, noisy, and dirty.
May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment.
May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near
moving mechanical parts or vehicles.