Aircraft Mechanic II (UH-60 and CH-47 - Hydraulics) - Camp Buehring Kuwait

Supporting the Most Exciting and Meaningful Missions in the World

Aircraft Mechanic II (UH-‎60 and CH-‎47 - Hydraulics) - Camp Buehring Kuwait

The Aircraft Mechanic II (Hydraulics) UH-‎60 and CH-‎47 troubleshoots
malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and
controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and
ventilation and heating systems.
* Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills.
* Reads and interprets manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
* Performs ‎100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections, examines reciprocating engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks, and listens to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burnt valves, inspects jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security, warping, wear, and missing segments.
* Inspects jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks, tests engine operation, using testing equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, ammeter, and jet calibration (Jetcal) tester, to locate source of malfunction.
* Work involves replacing or repairing worn or damaged components, such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, and engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment; removing engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck, disassembling, and inspecting parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and repairing or replacing defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft.
* Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
* Supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft, enters in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verifies the work was performed satisfactorily, may service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition, may specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and may specialize in engine repair. This worker may be required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration.
* Perform other qualified duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
* High school degree or equivalent.
* Three (‎3) or more years aviation maintenance experience within the past Five (‎5) years on Hydraulic repairs of Rotary Wing aircraft ( CH-‎47 & UH-‎60).
* Or A&P license and two (‎2) years aviation maintenance experience within the past Five (‎5) years on Hydraulic repairs of Rotary Wing aircraft ( CH-‎47 & UH-‎60)
* Must be in possession of a U.S. Passport and be able to travel internationally.
* Passport should be valid for a minimum of ‎3 years at the time of hiring.
* Must be a US citizen
* Must be able to obtain a Kuwait Visa.
* Ability to obtain/maintain Security Clearance (Public Trust NAC-I)
Knowledge & Skills
* Knowledge of aircraft avionics systems troubleshooting repair procedures and replacement of parts.
* Thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools.
* Working knowledge of avionics systems, including maintenance parameters, systems operation, limitations, and technical orders.
* Ability to read and interpret avionics and electrical drawings is preferred.
* Ability to use hand tools, power tools, machines.
Physical Requirements/Working Environment
* May work in Aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.
* May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.
* May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
* May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices
provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's
status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure,
medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran
status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of
the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any
other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

EEO is the Law Poster
EEO is the Law Poster Supplement