LUH72 Aircraft Mechanic II (A&P)

About the role

The LUH72 Aircraft Mechanic II performs the full range of military tactical aircraft maintenance, repairing and modifying aircraft structures and components of moderate difficulty. The role covers flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components, and requires a valid A&P license and two years of aviation maintenance experience.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and repair aircraft components and subsystems such as engines, rotors, transmissions and flight controls, and service and lubricate them
• Perform scheduled inspections, assist with special inspections and carry out limited maintenance operational checks and troubleshooting
• Interpret technical documentation such as blueprints, manufacturer's manuals, technical manuals and maintenance information messages
• Make entries in aircraft logs and records, including using the Government STAMIS system
• Lead teams on complex tasks when required, and participate in maintenance test flights and operation checks
• Inspect type maintenance performed by Aircraft Mechanic I, and perform ACE inspection duties when assigned
• Operate the Flexible Engine Diagnostic System (FEDS) when assigned, and possibly act as FOE/FOD program administrator or crane operator

Required profile

• Valid up-to-date A&P license and two years of aviation maintenance experience, including three years on rotary-wing aircraft and two years on the assigned mission design series, all within the last five years
• FAA Powerplant license preferred; otherwise at least five years of documented FEDS operator experience
• DoD EPA Section 608 refrigerant processing certification (universal) or minimum Type II, and OSHA 1926 crane operator certification if designated
• US citizenship required for facility credentials at this work site
• Able to climb, stand, stoop, bend and lift up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally, and to work in hangars, outdoors and in noisy, dusty environments

Required skills

• Working knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Ability to read, interpret and apply technical data and troubleshooting procedures
• Use of hand tools, torque wrenches, gauges and test equipment
• Knowledge of quality control, production and supply procedures

What we offer

• Pay of $36.51 per hour
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement and parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan, disability and life insurance, and pet insurance