Job description

The UH-60 aircraft mechanic AM-II performs the full range of military tactical aircraft maintenance and maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems.

Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies and components such as engines, rotors, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components.
Service and lubricate aircraft and subsystems.
Safely prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks and services.
Perform scheduled inspections and assist in performing special inspections.
Perform limited maintenance operational checks and diagnose and troubleshoot aircraft systems using special tools and test equipment as required.
Use and perform operator maintenance on tools, special tools, and aircraft ground support equipment.
Apply comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as aircraft technical manuals, maintenance information and action messages, and all technical guidance provided through government official representatives.
Maintain and repair aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
Apply technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and use required expertise in restoring equipment condition and/or operation.
Participate in maintenance test flights and operation checks as required.
Perform other duties as requested.

Minimum requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Three (3) or more years aviation maintenance experience within the past five (5) years on the (MDS)-UH60.
OR FAA A&P license AND two (2) years of aviation maintenance experience within the past five (5) years on the (MDS)-UH60.
U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired; certification of education level is required.
Must be in possession of a valid U.S. passport valid for 2 years at the time of hiring and be able to travel internationally.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility public trust NAC-I. Note: US citizenship is required for facility public trust NAC-I at this work location.
Must be able to clear CENTCOM MOD physical requirements for deployment training (will be required to attend CRC (DIDC)).
Must be able to obtain Iraq visa.

Knowledge and skills

Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures, and replacement of parts.
Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair.
Basic knowledge of electrical theory and a thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes, and shears.
Working knowledge of technical publications and logistics information systems.
Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects and may be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks.
Participate in maintenance test flights and operation checks as required.
Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by mechanics.
The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.

Physical requirements / working environment

Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day.
Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee, and reach above/below shoulders.
May be required to lift heavy objects whose weight may exceed 50 pounds.
Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications.
Will handle dirty parts and lubricants.
Will be required to wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
Must be able to pass a respirator physical and fit test.
May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, etc.
Must be able to lift/push/pull minimum of 50 pounds.
May work in maintenance shop or outside.
Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty.
May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment.
May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts or vehicles.
May be expected to work in austere environments and all-weather conditions.