Summary:
The Hardware Technician II is an intermediate level position that performs the disassembly, repair, overhaul, modification, alignment, assembly, and diagnostic checks of mechanical operations.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform operational diagnostics of complete trainer systems, analysis of results, disassembly, repair, overhaul, modification, systems tie-in, synchronization of systems and final operation and inspection of completed system for conformation to specifications.
• Disassemble and inventory mechanical components and systems.
• Use engineering drawings, schematics and technical directives to fabricate subsystems or units as required.
• Assemble subsystems or units into overall system, aligning and synchronizing as required to make an operational trainer or related product.
• Troubleshoot the complete system or units, analyze, repair and make corrections to perform final operational checks for system conformance to specifications.
• Utilize common hand tools, calibrated tools, and approved power tools as needed such as screwdrivers, wrenches, torques wrenches, micrometers, calipers, protractors, gages, special fixtures, and holding devices.
• Remove or install components to facilitate mechanical, surface or structural repairs.
• Rework components such as hydraulic/pneumatic actuators, valve assemblies and hydraulic pumps by installing modification kits or replacing defective parts and/or hardware.
• Inspect or test installed units, parts, systems, or assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, or compliance with standards, using measuring instruments or test equipment.
• Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
• Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
• Assemble prefabricated parts to form subassemblies.
• Clean, oil, or coat system components as necessary before assembly or attachment.
• Join structural assemblies, such as wings, tails, or fuselage.
• Align and fit structural assemblies manually, or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
• Determine the nature and extent of repairs to be made using applicable Technical Manuals (TMs) as guidelines.
• Capable of safely handling government furnished equipment and materials.
• Must be available to work a standard weekly schedule with overtime as required.
• Available for short term travel to complete work off site.
• Perform other duties as required.

Job Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have thorough comprehensive knowledge of aerodynamics relating to fixed or rotary wing aircraft or missiles.
• Knowledge of hydraulic fluid actuator systems, emergency air systems, air conditioning and heating systems, integrated mechanical control systems, main drive systems, gear boxes, engines, landing gear systems, and airframe rigging systems.
• Knowledge of calibrated tools used in assembly and testing.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, drive systems, power plants, linkage controls, and knowledge of hand tools.
• Possess and display leadership skills within the Hardware Technician trade and provide guidance to lower level technicians.
• Knowledge of the mechanical, airframe/structural, hydraulic and pneumatic systems of all surface-controlled elements of operational aircraft.
• Require a working knowledge of metals, fabrics, plastics, compounds and lubricants, ship equipment such as drill presses, lathers, buffing machines, hydraulic test stands, etc., hand tools and measuring devices such as micrometers, dial indicators, plug, torque and thread gages.
• Must be able to read and interpret written directives, engineering drawings, retain memory of specifications and tolerances and have enough dexterity to prevent damage to serviceable parts during rework.
• Must be skilled in operational diagnostic analysis of integrated aircraft systems as simulated in trainer systems.
• Must be skilled in disassembly, repair, overhauls, modification, assembly, and synchronization of system and operational checkout of completed system.
• Possess the job knowledge, attention to detail and judgement to: review the work of subordinates; inspect and evaluate the work of subordinates; mentor, train and guide subordinates in proper techniques; solve problems related to the work being completed; determine material and equipment required to complete the work assigned.
• Ability to troubleshoot highly sophisticated automated multi-integrated systems for flight control, armament, safety, emergency and landing systems.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical directives and schematics.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Five (5) years related experience required.
• Experience with aircraft mechanical, airframe/structural, hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred.

Job Type: Full-time