Aircraft Mechanic III

General Description

The Aircraft Mechanic will be a key member of an off-site modification team, responsible for implementation, installation, and testing of equipment. This role may require significant travel (up to 50%) to various locations. When not traveling, the Aircraft Mechanic will support other aviation maintenance programs, including fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms.

Duties

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on various rotary-wing and fixed-wing aircraft in accordance with manufacturer and service guidance.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair aircraft systems including airframe, powerplant, electrical, avionics, hydraulic, and fuel systems.
• Conduct pre-flight, post-flight, and routine inspections to ensure aircraft readiness for operations.
• Remove, repair, and reinstall aircraft components such as seats, panels, fairings, doors, windows, and structural elements as required.
• Use technical manuals, blueprints, schematics, and DOD documentation to conduct maintenance and repairs.
• Comply with engineering specifications, maintenance instructions, technical orders (TOs), and service bulletins for proper aircraft servicing.
• Utilize specialized tools and diagnostic equipment to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and inspections.
• Perform modifications and upgrades as required, including assisting with electrical installations, sensor placements, and wire harness routing.
• Execute post-maintenance operational checks and system functional tests to verify serviceability.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of maintenance actions in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Communicate technical concerns, progress updates, and scheduling constraints to supervisors and stakeholders.
• Apply a solutions-oriented approach to troubleshooting and customer service, ensuring efficient problem resolution.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have completed a military aviation specialty course or accredited aviation vocational school with at least 6 years of related aviation maintenance experience
• An FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license is required
• Experience with basic sheet metal tasks is preferred
• Must provide own hand tools, specialized tooling and test equipment shall be provided
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a secret or higher security clearance
• Must possess effective communication skills with experience in inter-discipline team environment desired
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment 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, forklift, APU, etc.
  
  

Environmental Factors

• Work in an inside/outside environment to include working around machinery, objects, vehicles, ladders, and scaffolds.
• Excessive noise and vibration that can be intermittent or constant.
• Environmental conditions can included but not limited to dust, silica, asbestos, fumes, smoke, gas, solvents such as degreasing agents, grease, oils, and electrical energy
• Working on slippery or uneven surfaces
• Working closely with others or working alone
• Possible protracted or irregular hours of work as needed or required.
  
  

Equal Opportunity/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.