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Description

An Aircraft Mechanic is required to maintain all aircraft/systems in accordance with and within the limitations of the FAA and the aircraft manufacturer.

The Aircraft Mechanic reports directly to the Lead Mechanic on a day-to-day basis. When traveling to other sites to perform assigned duties, he/she would then report to the Regional Manager.

The specifications, duties, and knowledge of an Aircraft Mechanic are the foundation for the Regional Manager and Lead Mechanic. Each of those positions must meet the requirements of their Job Description in addition to the requirements of an Aircraft Mechanic.

Duties to Be Performed

(Not limited to)

The primary functions of an “Aircraft Mechanic” are:

• Inspect and certify aircraft at specific intervals as required by L-3 Vertex Aircraft, Government, and the FAA.

• Troubleshoot system malfunctions and perform necessary corrective actions.

• Remove and replace defective components.

• Comply with Service Bulletins, Instructions, and Airworthiness Directives as directed.

• Perform preflight/postflight, turn around inspections, and servicing when required.

• Obtain run-up and taxi qualifications if required.

• Perform maintenance on Ground Support Equipment (GSE).

• Maintain aircraft logbooks and historical data as required.

• Wash, wax, clean and maintain exterior and interior of aircraft.

• Perform other tasks as directed by the Regional Manager, Site Manager, and Lead Mechanic.

• Serve as a temporary technician at other regional sites for vacation, sick leave, and surge labor requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

The position of “Aircraft Mechanic” requires the following:

• An FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.

• A minimum of three (3) years of recent hands-on airframe and powerplant experience.

• A minimum of one (1) year of King Air hands-on experience. Note: The 1 year of King Air experience may at the Program Manager's discretion be waived if the candidate has demonstrated proficiencies in comparable areas.

• Must have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

• Must qualify for and obtain a DOD “Secret” security clearance and Passport (if requested) to support contractual obligations.

• As a government contractor, Vertex Aerospace requires all employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment in accordance with Executive Order 14042. Exceptions to this policy are granted on a case-by-case basis for those that request a religious or medical accommodation. A vaccination status form and proof of vaccination, if applicable, are required.

Working Requirements/Conditions

• Must be able to travel to other locations requiring an overnight stay.

• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. routinely and 50 lbs. on occasion.

• Environmental conditions are diverse and could range from an office environment where there is no physical discomfort to an environment where inclement weather may subject individuals to severe changes in temperature, less than adequate lighting, dust, and wind. On occasion, individuals may be required to work in areas where high noise hazards will prevail and hearing protection is required. Office work conditions will expend approximately 10% of the candidate’s time and approximately 90% will be expended in more harsh conditions.

Vertex is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other’s differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)