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PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Product Repair/Mod Tech A, in San Antonio, TX. Job ID#218934
Job Description:
The Aircraft Mechanic I troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems. This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills. This worker reads and interprets manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. This mechanic performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections, examines reciprocating engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks, and listens to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burnt valves, inspects jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security, warping, wear, and missing segments. Inspects jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks, tests engine operation, using testing equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, ammeter, and jet calibration (Jetcal) tester, to locate source of malfunction. Work involves: replacing or repairing worn or damaged components, such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, and engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment; removing engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck, disassembling and inspecting parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and repairing or replacing defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft.
Position Responsibilities:
Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas
Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure
Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes
Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair
Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts
Knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components
Knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems
Knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc.
Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests
Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work
Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds
Ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and job task performance via Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications
Assist other team members (General Mechanics, Avionics, Electronics) to ensure cost/schedule targets are met
The position requires the ability to pass an assessment at the end of training cycle
The position requires compliance to SA Site Tool and FOD procedure
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
1+ years of experience working with non-porous metals, such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless
1+ years of experience working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
1+ years of experience using structures hand tools such as: drills 45 and 90 degrees, pancake adapters, counter sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.) to aircraft
Ability to work variable shifts (i.e. scheduled and unscheduled overtime; weekends and holidays) to support mission
requirements and workload
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience
Experience in aircraft heavy maintenance (C17 Depot Level)
Experience working with titanium aircraft structures
Ability to operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment
Ability to perform the following requirements:
The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.
Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
Read, write, and comprehend the English language
Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation
On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs
Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)
Frequent walking on flat surfaces
Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces
Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces
Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands
Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time
Occasional contact with metals
Frequent exposure to noise
Regular and predictable attendance is a requirment of this request.
Education / Experience:
High school diploma or GED.
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
Job Description:
The Aircraft Mechanic I troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems. This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills. This worker reads and interprets manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. This mechanic performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections, examines reciprocating engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks, and listens to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burnt valves, inspects jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security, warping, wear, and missing segments. Inspects jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks, tests engine operation, using testing equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, ammeter, and jet calibration (Jetcal) tester, to locate source of malfunction. Work involves: replacing or repairing worn or damaged components, such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, and engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment; removing engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck, disassembling and inspecting parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and repairing or replacing defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft.
Position Responsibilities:
Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas
Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure
Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes
Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair
Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts
Knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components
Knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems
Knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc.
Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests
Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work
Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds
Ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and job task performance via Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications
Assist other team members (General Mechanics, Avionics, Electronics) to ensure cost/schedule targets are met
The position requires the ability to pass an assessment at the end of training cycle
The position requires compliance to SA Site Tool and FOD procedure
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
1+ years of experience working with non-porous metals, such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless
1+ years of experience working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
1+ years of experience using structures hand tools such as: drills 45 and 90 degrees, pancake adapters, counter sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.) to aircraft
Ability to work variable shifts (i.e. scheduled and unscheduled overtime; weekends and holidays) to support mission
requirements and workload
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience
Experience in aircraft heavy maintenance (C17 Depot Level)
Experience working with titanium aircraft structures
Ability to operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment
Ability to perform the following requirements:
The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.
Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
Read, write, and comprehend the English language
Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation
On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs
Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)
Frequent walking on flat surfaces
Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces
Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces
Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands
Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time
Occasional contact with metals
Frequent exposure to noise
Regular and predictable attendance is a requirment of this request.
Education / Experience:
High school diploma or GED.
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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