Aircraft Mechanic II (Avionics/Electrician)

Aircraft Mechanic II must have a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, and structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, required to meet the assigned missions. This mechanic maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty, maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.

What You Will Do

Performs diagnosis and corrective actions, disassembles, inspects, evaluates, and accomplishes necessary repairs, lays out work according to technical instructions and technical directives. Determines what repairs, modifications, and part replacements are required.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts, requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair, must have basic knowledge of electrical theory, must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers.

Requirements

• High school diploma, or equivalent, with successful completion of related military or commercial courses
• Four years Aviation Maintenance experience
• One year experience on F-15 aircraft
• Normal color vision as defined in AFI 48-123, Medical Examinations and Standards
• Must be able to work shift schedules as required per Performance Work Statement (PWS)
• Must be able to work flexible work-week schedules as required
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must have at a minimum an interim SECRET security clearance
• Must be eligible for Common Access Card (CAC)
• Must be eligible for Restricted Area Badge
• 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 be able to travel to support off station Temporary Duty (TDY) as required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• KAI’s 401k plan
• Minimum of eleven paid holidays
• Two weeks paid vacation after completing one year of service
• Health and welfare fringe benefit of $2.65 for every hour paid up to 40 hours per week