AIRCRAFT MECHANIC III (LEAD)

PENDING CONTRACT AWARD

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC III LEAD (23023)

Specialty: APG Crew Chief / Avionics / Hydraulics / Sheetmetal

Location: Fairchild AFB, WA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Clearance: SECRET | CAC required

Summary

Supports OID-level maintenance, modification, inspection and repair of active systems in the US Government inventory, on KC-135 aircraft, all systems and subsystems on and off aircraft in accordance with the Air Force technical directives, applicable technical data, and federal contract requirements.

Senior-level aircraft mechanic supporting KC-135 aircraft performing maintenance operations at Fairchild AFB, WA and various TDY locations.

Essential Functions

• Perform complex aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repair, and modification
• Document maintenance actions in aircraft logs and approved maintenance systems
• Ensure compliance with Tool Control, FOD, safety, and quality programs

• Perform other duties as assigned

Duties

• Performs Lead duties
• OID-level maintenance, modification, inspection and repair
• Technical Directive compliance and modifications
• Support Equipment (SE) operation and inspections
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and directives
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft systems
• Document maintenance actions per AFI requirements

Qualifications

• Aircraft Mechanic III shall have a minimum of 5 years of experience on an Air Force Wide- body platform (preferably KC135) or equivalent and experience leading a team and scheduling work/tasks.
• Must be able to work, day, swing or mid shift as required
• SECRET clearance and CAC required
• Must be able to travel worldwide to support Temporary Duty (TDY) requirements

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting up to 50 lbs., standing and walking for extended periods, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in confined or elevated spaces. Requires sufficient manual dexterity and vision to use tools and inspect aircraft systems. Must be able to work in high-noise environments, wear required PPE, and work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Compensation

• $41.33/hour $2.65 H&W

Benefits:
Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in KAI's 401k plan. Employees have a minimum of eleven paid holidays. Vacation/PTO IAW with applicable wage determination

Labor Relations Notice:
The Company respects employee rights under applicable labor laws. Nothing in this posting interferes with lawful collective activity.

Contract Contingency:
Employment is contingent upon contract award, funding, background investigation, and clearance eligibility.

EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Veterans. No retaliation for protected activity.