Aircraft Mechanic/Airframes - JAX

Tactical Air Support • Jacksonville, FL

7d • $34 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

Tactical Air is currently seeking an Aircraft Mechanic who can perform organizational, intermediate, and limited depot-level maintenance to include inspection, operational test, repair, modification, and troubleshooting on all assigned aircraft, components, and equipment. Will apply advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems and to provide technical assistance, guidance, and instruction to other teammates as needed. The position classification and level of responsibility will be determined by background, education, experience, and seniority of the applicant.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent; FAA-approved aviation technical school.
• Three to five (3-5) years of relevant work experience in aircraft maintenance occupational field, preferably in the military or with a government aviation maintenance contractor.
• Experience with high performance military aircraft (F-5/T-38) preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge in corrosion detection, treatment, and prevention.
• Basic computer skills with ability to utilize various software and applications (Microsoft Office 365/GCC (preferred) for creating documents and reports, spreadsheets, presentations, publications; web-based applications for organizing work, communications, or data entry; virtual office/cloud-based file sharing.
• Willing and able to cross-train into other specialties.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Must be lawfully eligible to work in the United States, complete a U.S. government I-9 form, and successfully pass a government background check.

Nice To Haves

• A&P Certification, or ability to obtain certification.
• Familiarity or experience with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) federal contractors and the aerospace, defense, or commercial aviation industry preferred.
• Be able to perform aircraft flight control rigs.
• Able to read and understand Aircraft manuals/ TECH data.
• Support Equipment Operator License (Tow Tractor, N2 Servicing Trailer, and Mobile Start Unit at a minimum).

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on assigned T/M/S aircraft including repair of airframe components, hydraulic components, and preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance discrepancies.
• Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft including cleaning of screens and filters, grease moving parts, and check brakes.
• Supervise jacking of aircraft.
• Service airframe components at line station, making repairs required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
• Apply specialization to work, repair, and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies.
• Document all work performed in maintenance records and verify all work is performed satisfactorily.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED