Aircraft Mechanic

M1 Support Services

Feb 28, 2025
Aircraft Mechanic Location Fort Novosel, AL Job Posting No 113078 the page and click on the "Apply for this position" button. Start Date TBD Contract Fort Novosel AMS Salary Range CBA Posting Date 2/27/25 Union Yes FLSA Status Hourly Shift Work Possible FT/PT Full-time Relocation No Travel Possible M1 is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic with the following knowledge and experience: SUMMARY: Services, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies and overhauls aircraft and aircraft systems. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Performs routine aircraft maintenance functions. 2. Performs operational checks on lighting equipment, such as: navigation lights search and landing lights, anti-collision lights and replaces bulbs. 3. May remove and install electrical connections that are fool proof, one-wire or cannon plug type. 4. Removes and installs starter and main generators. 5. Must demonstrate an operational knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, engines and component parts. 6. Operates aircraft towing equipment in towing operations. 7. Recovers disable aircraft. 8. Maintains aircraft fuel, oil and hydraulic systems. 9. Must have knowledge of the proper use of hand tools in aircraft maintenance. 10. Must be able to read and write, and interpret and comply with aircraft maintenance procedures, manuals, specifications, and directives, guides and forms used on the job. 11. Performs preventive maintenance inspections on aircraft and aircraft systems and subsystems. 12. Performs troubleshooting, repair, modifications, corrosion control and preservation of aircraft and aircraft systems and aircraft sub-systems, including fuel, oil and pneudraulic systems. Overhauls aircraft components and sub-components. 13. Services ground support equipment. Performs preventive maintenance inspections on all ground support equipment. Performs functional checks, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, modifications, overhaul, paint and preservation of ground support equipment, special tools and accessories. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Removes/installs aircraft components and engines on test stands and engine test cells. 2. Makes appropriate logbook entries and signs-off own work accomplished. 3. Performs aircraft functional checks including, but not limited to, aircraft and engine run- up and taxi. 4. May be required to accompany aircraft in flight. 5. Performs in-house calibration of common and special tools as required. 6. Performs related record maintenance including: completing appropriate log book forms, condition tags and parts change slips in accordance with technical publications, Company procedures manuals and other written and oral directives. 7. Uses blueprints, schematics, technical drawings and manufacturers' drawings and sketches in the performance of assigned duties. Estimates materials needed. 8. Replaces aircraft batteries during recovery/TDY operations. 9. Performs touch-up spot painting. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 1. High school diploma or equivalent - General Educational Development (GED) certificate. 2. FAA Airframe (A), or FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate or two (2) years of documented rotary wing aircraft mechanic maintenance experience or four (4) years documented fixed-wing aircraft mechanic maintenance experience. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 1. May be required to perform Maintenance Operational Checks (MOCs) and run-up aircraft when required by job assignment. 2. Employees in the Aircraft Mechanic classification with an FAA Airframe (A), or FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate and less than twenty-for (24) months rotary wing Aircraft Mechanic maintenance experience will be required to complete the GFR approved MDS specific OJT qualification program, and may only sign off work for the particular task(s) they are certified on as part of the MDS OJT program. 3. Employees in the Aircraft Mechanic classification with four (4) years fixed wing Aircraft Mechanic maintenance experience will be required to complete the GFR approved MDS specific OJT qualification program and may only sign off work for the particular task(s) they are certified on as part of the MDS OJT program. 4. Employees in the Aircraft Mechanic classification who have twenty-for (24) months rotary wing Aircraft Mechanic maintenance experience will be required to complete the approved Familiarization (FAM) course. CLASSIFICATION DISTINCTIONS WHEN ASSIGNED TO THE AIR FORCE PROJECT: 1. Completes maintenance documentation accurately using Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS) and required forms, as required by job assignment. 2. Must show proficiency in the use of IMDS within 90 days after assignment. 3. Directs incoming and outgoing aircraft to assist pilot's maneuvering of aircraft, using visual hand or light signals. 4. Must have one year (within the past three years) aircraft maintenance experience on any rotary wing aircraft. In addition, the candidate should possess the following requirements: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF ALL CLASSIFICATIONS OTHER DUTIES: 1. Operates motor vehicles, machines and special purpose equipment as required by the job assignment. 2. Performs prescribed cleaning, preservation and operator maintenance on vehicles, tools and equipment. Performs housekeeping duties in immediate work area. 3. Ensures that tools and equipment used by the employee in the classification are properly calibrated. 4. When selected, attends schools and classes, which are designated by the Company for employees in the assigned classification. 5. Uses approved methods and publications in the performance of the assigned job. 6. Performs the duties of lower classified employees within the line of progression when assigned. 7. May be allowed to occasionally perform those assignments of employees holding the next higher classification in the line of progression in order to qualify for promotion except for Aircraft Mechanic to Aircraft Technical/NDT Inspector. 8. Completes and maintains records and reports as required by job assignment. 9. Demonstrates job procedures and assists in the on-the-job training (OJT) of employees within the classification as required. 10. Performs imaging technology (scanning and other related) functions as required by the job assignment. 11. Disposes of hazardous materials related to job assignment. 12. Performs duties using automated equipment and software utilized in the functional assignment. 13. May remove and reinstall cowlings, panels and fairings necessary to gain access to work within his classification. 14. Employees assigned to the Flight-line will support the customer by assisting in untying or securing aircraft (meet and greet), summoning other assistance if needed or working issues within their assigned classification. LANGUAGE SKILLS: 1. Read, write, speak and understand English. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 1. High school diploma or equivalent--General Educational Development (GED) certificate. This requirement is waived for employees with seniority dates prior to May 3, 1999. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must be physically able to perform duties and responsibilities of the classification. 2. Must be able to work with required materials without debilitating irritation to skin, eyes or respiratory system while wearing the required personal protective equipment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must have a valid state driver's license when required by job assignment. 2. Must obtain a valid government driver's license when required by job assignment. 3. Must obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) to include hazardous material endorsement when required by job assignment. 4. Must obtain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government. M1 Support Services, a business headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies. M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.