Weapons Mechanic I - A-10 - Military veterans preferred

• Uses schematic diagrams, drawings, charts and technical publication in operating, testing, removing, troubleshooting and replacing aircraft system components.
• Complies with the requirements of the FOD prevention, housekeeping, tool control, environmental and safety programs.
• Performs aircraft conditional inspections.
• Operates ground support equipment documents/reports discrepancies prior to use.
• Performs all tasks associated with ground movement of aircraft.
• Completes all necessary manual and automated records required by USAF and Company directives.
• Orders parts and supplies as needed.
• Install and remove armament related suspension equipment, launchers, adapters, etc on aircraft to support configuration requirements.
• Install and remove all armament equipment to facilitate other maintenance.
• Follows technical data, manuals, regulations, and other maintenance directives as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Participates in towing and movement of aircraft in performing maintenance activities.

Knowledge & Skills

Knowledge:

• A working knowledge of jet aircraft systems and of the use of common aircraft hand tools and special tools are required.  A working knowledge of aircraft maintenance safety requirements and the operation of portable fire-fighting equipment are required.

Special Certifications Desired:

• APU Operation, Clear Red X on A-10 Primary AFSC, and Clear In-Process Inspections on A-10 Primary AFSC.

Special Certifications Required:

• Sign All Condition Tags, and Sign Not Reparable This Station tags.
• Must complete local Air Force Weapons Standardization certification courses to meet minimum qualifications to perform primary assigned duties.

Experience & Education

Experience:

• Eighteen (18) months of general aircraft maintenance experience is required. 
• Experience will include troubleshooting systems to component level and repairing mechanical and electromechanical components.
• Also, experience will include repairing line replaceable units to component level.
• One (1) year experience in the past three (3) calendar years on A-10 aircraft required.
• Technicians who do not meet minimum experience requirements have 180 days from the date of hire to complete the corresponding 5-Level core tasks as listed in the Site Training Business Area 2W151 Air Force Specialty Code Master Training Plan.

Education:

• Completion of high school or the equivalent is required.  The ability to read and write and to comprehend technical data is required.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Must be able to lift a minimum weight of 50 lbs.
• Stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Have the ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Normal color vision is required.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is necessary to obtain flight line driving privileges.

Work Environment:

• May work in Aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.
• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.
• May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.