Aircraft Mechanic III

• THIS POSITION IS PENDING CONTRACT AWARD**
  
  

General Description

Aircraft Mechanic III 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, and applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and 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. Work typically requires a 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. 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. The incumbent 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. This worker will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.

Duties

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on C-147A and UV-18C ACFT
• Troubleshooting Aircraft Avionics Systems
• Support and assist aircrews with flight line and general hangar operations.
• Assisting other Mechanics in daily tasks
• training and corporate requirements
• Travel in support of detachment operations up to 30%
• Other duties assigned
  
  

Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• FAA Aircraft & Powerplant Certificate
• Valid State Driver's License
• Working knowledge of US Army Aircraft forms and records (DA PAM 738-751) and familiar with FAA FAR Part 43.
• Have at least 2 years of Military Fixed Wing Experience (or civilian equivalent) and/or 5 years of Military Rotary Wing Experience.
• Dash 8-100/200/300 (Desired)
• DHC-6-300/400 (Desired)
• Strong Avionics background (Desired)
• Familiar with Aircraft Notebook ACN system
• MS Excel and MS Word
• Capability to learn and comprehend corporate policies and procedures, along with their alignment with the objectives of Tyonek Native Corporation.
  
  

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, and access to top of aircraft using proper 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 equipment, tools, and toolboxes up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• Must be able to walk distances and stand for periods of time to complete maintenance.
• Must be able to work in austere conditions when necessary.
  
  

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 Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities: Tyonek Native Corporation provides all employees and job applicants' equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without discrimination because of age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by law.

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