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Aircraft Mechanic III (Plus Up)

M1 Support Services
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/29/2026
M1 Support Services, LP 300 N. Elm Street, Suite 101 Denton, TX 76201 m1services.com Aircraft Mechanic III (Plus Up)
Location San Diego, CA Job Posting 113851 outside bar) to the bottom of the page and click on the "Apply for this position" button.
Start Date TBD
Contract CFT HSM -41 North Island
Salary Range $47.49/Hour
Posting Date 01/28/2026
Union No
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Shift Work Possible FT/PT Full-time
Relocation No
Travel Possible Job Summary: The Aircraft Mechanic 3 is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and safety of aircraft, ensuring they are released as safe for flight. This position involves managing all shop tasks, assigning workloads, and maintaining proper manning in work centers. The mechanic will perform a wide range of maintenance, from structural and engine repairs to inspecting systems such as hydraulic, flight controls, and auxiliary power units. The role also includes working with foreign cultures and participating in team leadership for maintenance operations. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: * Aircraft Repairs & Maintenance: o Perform repairs on aircraft structures and functional components, including rigging, surface controls, and hydraulic units. o Use hand tools, power tools, and machines to repair and rebuild parts such as blades, fuselage, and gearboxes. o Inspect turbine engines for cracks, corrosion, wear, and other damage, and test engine operations using specialized equipment. o Remove, repair, and reassemble engine components. * Aircraft Inspections: o Perform 175-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other inspections. o Inspect engines, structural components, and other aircraft systems for wear, corrosion, or other defects. o Service aircraft, including gearbox flushing, cleaning filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes. * Documentation & Compliance: o Accurately document maintenance activities in NALCOMIS/OOMA and ensure all inspections are recorded properly. o Follow local work site instructions and Navy regulations for maintenance and safety. * Leadership & Team Coordination: o Supervise and assign tasks to team members, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. o Manage shop operations and ensure proper manpower is allocated to various maintenance tasks. * Hazmat Handling & Safety: o Handle hazardous materials (Hazmat) in accordance with safety protocols. o Participate in the FOD program, maintaining a clean and safe work environment. o Comply with all safety requirements and guidelines for aircraft maintenance. Page 2 of 3 Qualifications and Experience * Experience: o 10 years of recent O-level H-60S/R/F/H Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent rotary aircraft experience. o 5 years of H60 Safe for Flight (release aircraft safe to fly) and CDQAR/QAR experience, with at least 2 years in management capacity. * Skills & Qualifications: o Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical data and special operating instructions. o Proficiency in using computer programs such as NALCOMIS/OOMA, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. o Good leadership and communication skills. o Ability to obtain and maintain all necessary qualifications and certifications. * Other Requirements: o Ability to work flexible shifts based on flight schedules. o Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen. o Must be able to meet physical requirements associated with assigned tasks. o Must be able to obtain a US government Common Access Card (CAC) and meet background investigation requirements. * Preferred Qualifications: o Prior experience with MH60 Safe for Flight (release aircraft safe to fly). o Experience in U.S. Navy aircraft maintenance operations. Working Conditions: * Must be capable of lifting 50lbs and performing physical tasks as required. * Computer usage for documentation using codes and clear written and verbal English language required. * Constant use of eye sight abilities while reviewing documents, walking around work areas and constant use of English language speech/hearing abilities for communication. * Constant mental alertness around all work areas, must possess planning/organization skills, and must be able to work under deadlines. * Climbing aircraft using aircraft step and all types of ladders or stands. * Standing long periods of time with minimal sitting. * Ability to work under extreme weather conditions. * Work site has head, hand, hearing, eye, slip and trip hazards shall use proper PPE and proper safety procedures. * Must be able to work all shifts. Full-time employment: however, 40 hours is not guaranteed per- week. Working hours; must be able to be flexible, start time and end time will be dependent on flight schedule and or overall tasking. Page 3 of 3 M1 Support Services, headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies. M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or veteran status. M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.
M1 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, disability or veteran status

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