Aircraft Mechanic I (UH-60) en Kay and Associates, Inc.

PENDING CONTRACT AWARD

Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic I (UH-60)

Location: Fort Polk, LA (1^st Bn, 5^th Avn Regt)

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. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) licensing of contractor employee technical proficiency is not required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

- All Mechanic Is will possess either a FAA license or equivalent military service school certificate of training in aviation maintenance.

- A minimum of one Aircraft Mechanic I on Phase Team shall have additional qualifications as Non-Crewmember observer.

- IAW DCMA INST 8210.1C, contractor Non-Crewmember observer, requires an FAA 3rd Class or military class III flight physical annually. Annual renewals of Medical Certificates shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

- A minimum of two Aircraft Mechanic I shall have additional qualifications as Sheet Metal mechanic.

- A minimum of one Aircraft Mechanic I shall have additional qualifications as Aircraft Notebook (ACN) Assistant.

TASK REQUIREMENTS:

• Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft avionics, structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneumatic, hydraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems.
• Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures, such as 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, rivet gun and drills.
• Read and interpret manufacturers' maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Perform phase, scheduled, unscheduled, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections.
• Perform preflight, thru flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, launch and recover aircraft, and Preventive Maintenance Daily Inspections.
• Use chemical treatment process to etch and alodine parts.
• Use chemical sealants.
• Requisition repair parts, materials, and consumable supplies through military supply system.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• UH-60 qualification and/or experience.
• Strong Avionics background on H-60.
• Strong T-700 Engine background.
• Experience on two or more of the following aircraft: AH-64, CH-47, or UH-60.
• Five or more years’ rotary wing experience.
• Familiarity and ability to use military tech manuals.
• Familiarity and ability to use Standard Army Management Information Systems.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a graduate of one of the following Military Aviation Powertrain and/or General Repair, Hydraulic, Engine, Avionics and Sheet Metal Qualification Courses or civilian equivalent.
• At least two years of experience on military rotorcraft.
• Must be able to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift schedule as required.
• Must be able to work flexible work-week schedules i.e. M-F, Tues-Sat, Sun-Th or as required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to obtain a favorable National Agency Check.
• 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.
• Must have own tools.
• Must be able to deploy to support off station exercises and perform other support duties as assigned.
• Tool box must be complete, shadowed and marked as a pre-employment requirement.

Compensation

$37.83/hour

Other Compensation

Employees will receive a minimum health and welfare fringe benefit of $2.65 for every 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.  Employees have a minimum of eleven paid holidays.  After completing one year of service, employees will have two weeks paid vacation.

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