About this role
The UH-60 Sheetmetal Mechanic 2 performs, and inspects aviation unit (AVUM), intermediate (AVIM) and depot maintenance on assigned aircraft.
• Assemble structural parts and components to meet requirements. • Perform structural repair, modification, and corrosion protection treatment with respect to original strength, weight, and contour to maintain structural integrity. • Assemble repairs using special fasteners and adhesives. • Ability to use jigs, fixtures, forms, and molds. • Use metalworking equipment and tools to form, cut, bend, and fasten replacement or repair parts to damaged structures and components. • Inspect and troubleshoot to determine cause of malfunctions; disassembles to point of trouble; adjust, repair, realign, fabricate, or replace defective components or assemblies. • Incorporate authorized modifications and changes. • Maintain and inspect tools and equipment. • Assess damage to aircraft structural components. • Check repairs for serviceability according to specifications and technical publications. • Treat corrosion using mechanical and chemical procedures. • Store, handle, and dispose of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards. • Post entries and maintain maintenance and inspection records. • Input, validate, and analyze data processed to automated systems. Clears and closes out completed maintenance discrepancies in automated maintenance systems. • Recommend methods to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures. • Prepare forms and records related to aircraft maintenance. • Perform additional duties as required. • Perform other qualified duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
• High School Graduate or equivalent is required. • U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired. • UH60A/L experience is a requirement. • Valid FAA A&P or FCC License preferred, and Two (2) years aviation maintenance experience, three (3) years rotary wing aircraft experience, and Two (2) years on the assigned UH-60 (MDS). • All experience must be within the Five (5) most recent years is required. • If No A&P or FCC License, must have the following experience: • Three (3) years aviation maintenance experience, three (3) years rotary wing aircraft experience, and Two (2) years on the assigned UH-60 MDS. • All experience must be within the Six (6) most recent years. • Must have a Valid US Passport, with a minimum of 18 months remaining to expiration. • Ability to obtain/maintain Security Clearance (NAC-I T1) Public Trust. Interim NACI approved to start. US Citizenship is required to obtain facility credentials and Public Trust Clearance. • Travel: As required in support of task order.
Preferred Qualifications:
• UH60M recent experience is preferred.
Knowledge & Skills
• Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair. • Basic knowledge of electrical theory and a thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers. • Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems. • Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects and is required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks. • Participate in maintenance test flights and operation checks as required. • Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by Mechanics. • The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.
Physical Requirements/Working Environment
• Must be able to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. • Frequently lift parts and equipment up to 20 pounds. • Occasionally lift objects up to 50 pounds. • Must be immediately deployable to potential combat areas worldwide.