CH-47F Mechanic

Job Summary:

The CH-47F Aircraft Mechanic performs maintenance, removal, installation, replacement of, scheduled/unscheduled inspections, and operational checks on aircraft systems, subsystems, and major components.

Job Responsibilities:

• Remove, inspect, troubleshoot and install aircraft system and subsystem components and subcomponents to include, but not limited to, engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, flight controls, and hydraulics.

• Performs scheduled/unscheduled maintenance activities to include PMS, servicing and lubrication, and MOC/MTF support functions.

• Uses and performs operator maintenance on tools, special tools/test equipment, and Aircraft Ground Support Equipment (AGSE) and Peculiar Ground Support Equipment (PGSE).

• Prepares, reviews, and updates aircraft maintenance forms and records.

• Uses common measuring tools, measuring gages, and alignment fixtures.

• Applies corrosion preventative procedures. Cleans, preserves, and stores power train and rotor components.

• Uses and performs operator maintenance on ground support equipment, common and special tools.

• Maintains facilities for storage of returnable and hazardous materials.

• Requisitions and maintains shop and bench stock for repair of CH-47 systems and subsystems.

• Prepares requests for turn-in and repair parts for components.

• Uses common measuring tools necessary for performing the tasks described herein, precision measuring tools and alignment.

• Ensures that aircraft maintenance activities and procedures among designated organizations are planned, coordinated, integrated, and synchronized to achieve established platform operational readiness (OR) rates IAW contractual requirements.

• Responsible for the compliance with established maintenance systems, processes, procedures and reports that provide immediate situational awareness of platform OR rates.

• Oversees the daily maintenance management of individually assigned aircraft in support of the Maintenance Lead, in conjunction with Aviation Logistics for related platform parts and spares.

• Works within the maintenance quality control processes, procedures, and standards.

• Directs inquiries, investigations, and research analysis related to powertrain maintenance of the aircraft and supporting maintenance activities to the Maintenance Lead.

• Coordinates activities and requirements for maintenance operations support with the Maintenance Lead.

• In coordination with the PC and Maintenance Lead, supports the Downed Aircraft Recovery Team (DART) processes and procedures.

• Enters data, reviews, and updates aircraft maintenance forms and records.

• Provides On-the-Job Training (OJT), coaching, and mentoring to RSLFAC personnel in all aspects of aircraft powertrain tasks as necessary,

• Ensures that all related maintenance operations are conducted in a safe manner.

• Other tasks as directed by the Maintenance Lead.

• Performs within the broad guidelines of duties and responsibilities within the parameters of his supervisor’s direction.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Eight (8) year's experience as an aircraft mechanic on CH-47 series aircraft.

• Successfully completed, and be qualified by the appropriate U.S. Government armed forces CH-47 aircraft mechanic maintenance course or civilian equivalent training.

• Proficient in the use of computer-hosted interactive technical manuals, aircraft maintenance forms or similar aviation maintenance management system, and other aircraft-related documentation.

• Professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to effectively communicate with the customer in a professional and courteous manner.

• Possess a valid state or Government issued driver’s license.

• Successfully pass an overseas deployment physical upon hire.

• HS diploma or equivalent required.

• US Citizenship required.

Desired Qualifications:

• CH-47 Crew Member experience.

• Associate degree preferred.A&P license preferred.