Aircraft Mechanic - T-38 Unscheduled Flightline

About the role

Yulista Solutions LLC

Regular

Primary Function

The Aircraft Mechanic III -performs a variety of simple to moderately complex tasks on airplane general, airframe and powerplant systems.

This will be a day shift opportunity

Essential Functions

Aircraft Mechanic

• Perform maintenance on aircraft, including mechanical systems, and/or ground support equipment.
• Repair, inspect and maintain structural, mechanical and electrical elements of the aircraft.
• Knowledgeable in the use of and be able to train others in the use of a wide variety of diagnostics devices, computers, hand, and mechanical tools.
• Provide oversight and have the ability to direct and train others in the completion of aircraft related maintenance tasks.
• May include Designated System Inspector (DSI) duties.
• Troubleshoot systems as required to meet customer needs.
• Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements.
• Perform regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walks.
• Maintain tool control. Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor. Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis and replace worn or broken tools.
• Comply with safety rules and regulations while performing day to day maintenance. Promptly report all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to supervisor.
• Use NASA's automated maintenance data system (NAMIS) to maintain equipment records. Enter in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verify the work was performed satisfactorily.
• The Aircraft Mechanic may be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
• Stores, handles, and disposes of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards.
• Inspects structures and components and determines operational status. Interprets inspection findings and determines corrective action adequacy.
• Posts entries and maintains maintenance and inspection records in NAMIS. Recommends methods to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures.
• Selects, uses, and cares for special tools, hand tools, and test equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Beginner to intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs. Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred
• Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with other crew members
• Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, scanner, printers, etc.
• Ability to follow a process.
• Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up.
• Strong decision analysis and problem solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to goals.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently
• Ability to multi-task
• Climbs on top of and down from aircraft using aircraft hand/foot holds, capable of lifting up to 25 lbs. overhead, on feet all day, walk up to 2 miles per day.

Qualifications

Aircraft Mechanic

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• May require a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airplane and/or Powerplant certification or special skills and/or certifications.
• 3+ years of aircraft maintenance experience with fixed wing commercial, Government or DOD aircraft required.
• Experience supporting a NASA/DoD contract.
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field required.
• Must have the ability to obtain and main t ain a Government Security Clearance
• May be required to travel domestically and internationally.

Preference Statement

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).