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Aircraft Mechanic III

Tyonek Native Corp
Hurlburt Field, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/15/2026
General Description

Aircraft Mechanics III must have a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, required to meet the assigned missions.

  • This posting is for current Tyonek Employees.

DUTIES

  • Leads a team in the performance of aircraft maintenance, inspections, and scheduled/ unscheduled maintenance
  • Demonstrate the technical experience to supervise subordinate mechanics and provide technical guidance on maintenance operations on the airframe being supported
  • Capable of performing, supervising, and inspecting the duties of Mechanic Is, IIs and IIIs
  • Maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures, structural components, and engines of complex to extreme difficulty,
  • Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components
  • Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions
  • Applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation
  • Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals
  • Inspect/clear aircraft discrepancy symbols to include Red X discrepancies and inspect/sign all equipment condition tags for all tasks that the team is assigned
  • Make entries in aircraft logs and records
  • Responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts
  • Will require the use of HLVP spray gun and various other corrosion control tooling
  • Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required
  • Must have a minimum of three (3) years (hands on) experience on the C-130H/J variant aircraft
  • Must have C-130 "hands-on" experience within the last 3 years and capable of performing all tasks IAW written instructions
  • May be required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration
  • Requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems
  • Must possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike, must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule
  • A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. is required
  • Must currently posses or have the ability to obtain a US passport
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment and random substance abuse testing.

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

  • Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
  • Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands, working at heights with fall protection devices.
  • Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
  • May be required to lift up to 50 pounds and carry for short distances.
  • May be required to read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
  • Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.
  • Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
  • Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
  • May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, APU, etc.
  • Expected to work in high heat or extreme cold temperatures for extended periods of time.
  • May operate in austere CONUS and OCONUS locations.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces.
  • Ability to wear a full faced or forced air respirator
  • Availability/ability to work different shifts if needed

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/VEVRAA/ADA

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA governed Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. TNC provides all employees and job applicants equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, national origin or any other reason prohibited by law.

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