Hiring for A&P Mechanic || Scott Air Force Base, Illinois

  • Scott Air Force Base, IL
  • Posted 1 day ago | Updated 1 day ago

Overview

On Site
Hybrid
$40 - $50
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

A&P
Learjet
Corp Turbine
FAA

Job Details

Role: A&P Mechanic

Location: Scott Air Force Base, Illinois

Rate: $45.51/hr

Job Description

Responsibilities
  • Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufacturer's manuals.

  • Works typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems.

  • A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tension-meters, sheet metal brakes/sheers, etc. is required.

  • Must possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike.

  • Must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule.

  • Will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.

  • Possess a valid FAA Aircraft and Powerplant license for a minimum of two years.

  • Be physically able to deploy with aircraft/unit to overseas locations.

  • Obtains and maintains required security clearances.

  • Complies with written Company maintenance and logistics procedures.

  • Complies with FAA regulations, as applicable.

  • Complies with Air Force aircraft records procedures and ensure aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded and corrected in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract.

  • Maintains a clean and organized workplace.

  • Performs aircraft recovery missions as necessary.

  • Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

  • Performs all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance on the Air Force C-21 aircraft (commercial variant is a Lear 35).

  • Maintains, repairs and modifies aircraft structures, structural components and engines of complex to extreme difficulty.

  • Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, avionics/electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components, and applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation.


Qualifications
  • High School diploma or equivalent.

  • Must possess a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License for a minimum of two years.

  • Valid U.S. driver's license.

  • Must be able to read, write and speak English as well as read and interpret instructions from technical manuals, blueprints and internal Company documents.

  • Physical capability to work in tight spaces at heights and on wings, use ladders, operate tugs and aircraft support equipment and lift up to 75lbs.

  • Work with little or no supervision and accomplish assignments in a timely, quality manner.

  • Must have the ability to deploy to overseas locations on short notice.

  • Perform all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance for the Air Force C-21 fleet.

  • Comply with Air Force aircraft records procedures.

  • Ensure aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded and corrected in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract.

Desired Qualifications:

  • 5 years or more Learjet experience.
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