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AIRCRAFT MECHANIC 1

DELAWARE RESOURCE GROUP OF OKLAHOMA
DELAWARE RESOURCE GROUP OF OKLAHOMA Salary
Oceanside, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/20/2026

Position Contingent Upon Contract Award 

The Aircraft Mechanic I troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti- icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems.

 

​​​​Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

  • 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.
  • Replaces or repairs 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.
  • Removes engines 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, service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition, specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and specialize in engine repair.
  • Other duties as identified and assigned.
Qualifications:

 Required Education and Experience

  • All Aircraft Mechanic I’s shall be previously qualified with OPNAVINST 4790 Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) AH-1Z & UH-1Y designation for their Department of Labor (DOL) Skill and shall be redesignated within 90 days of hire date.
  • May require specialization in sheet-metal, electric work, avionics or other aircraft systems related disciplines.

 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • Forklift certification (as required).
  • May be required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities

As Required.

Security Responsibilities

  • Eligible and obtain (if required) a DoD Personnel Security Clearance.
  • Must comply with all company Information Systems security policies and procedures. 
  • May be responsible for proper classification and marking of all information and materials. Employee shall not divulge any information, or afford access to other employees not having a need-to-know authorization. Shall not divulge information outside the company without management approval. Will be required to execute company non-disclosure agreement prior to access to any controlled information. 

Language Skills

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex words and technical documents/diagrams.  

Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing and work effectively as part of a team.

Reasoning Ability and Mathematical Skills 

Must be able to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  An ability to interpret complex customer requirements and attitudes from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is desirable. Must be able to calculate figures and numbers, and percentages and be able to draw and interpret graphs. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and drawings.

Work Environment and Physical Demands  

The work environment and physical characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds.  
  • Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladders. 
  • Must be able to accommodate confined spaces.  
  • Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top or under equipment.  
  • Must be able to detect odors, noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect discrepancies of malfunctioning equipment. 
  • Must be able to distinguish colors. 
  • Must be able to perform Domestic and International travel as required. 
  • Shop floor environment.  
  • Will be working in areas with risk of injury from electrical applications, moving mechanical parts, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems under pressure and electrical motion systems.  
  • May be exposed to conditions of extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises.          

 

 

 

Delaware Resource Group of Oklahoma, LLC (“DRG”) 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, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. DRG provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act

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