AIRCRAFT MECHANIC II (SHEET METAL) [C-130, HH-60G, HH-60W] (23022)
Specialty: Sheet Metal
Location: Patrick SFB 920th MXG, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Clearance: Secret | CAC required
Performs Organizational and Intermediate level maintenance functions supporting C-130J, HH-60G, HH-60W, Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE), and Support Equipment (SE) performing Corrosion Prevention, Wash, Modification and Repair Maintenance at Patrick SFB in accordance with the Air Force Aviation Maintenance Programs, applicable technical data, and federal contract requirements.
Mid-level aircraft mechanic supporting C-130J, HH-60G, HH-60W, AGE, and SE maintenance operations.
Additional Qualifications Sheet Metal Specialty Summary: Designs, repairs, modifies and fabricates aircraft, metal, plastic, composite, advanced composite, low observables, and bonded structural parts and components. Applies preservative treatments to aircraft, missiles, and support equipment. Assembles structural parts and components to meet requirements for preserving structural integrity. Assesses damage to aircraft structural components. Advises on repairs, modification, and corrosion protection treatment with respect to original strength, weight, and contour to maintain structural integrity. Applies preservative treatments to aircraft, missiles, and support equipment. Inspects structures and components and determines operational status. Uses metalworking equipment and tools to form, cut, bend, and fasten replacement or repair parts to damaged structures and components. Fabricates, repairs, and assembles tubing and cable assemblies for aerospace weapon systems and support equipment. Maintains and inspects tools and equipment. Stores, handles, and dispose of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards. This mechanic can issue tools if needed in the absence of supply technician.
Sheet Metal Experience: Preferred minimum of four years total and two years recent (within 4 years of task order PoP start) in USAF aircraft maintenance support as a sheet metal mechanic. The Contractor shall have the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts and accessories/components and the skill to make adjustments and settings according to established specifications. Experience in performing or supervising functions such as fabricating, repairing, assembling, or installing aircraft metals, plastics, fiberglass, composites, or honeycomb parts; or corrosion identification, removal, and applying coatings and markings is highly desirable.
Sheet Metal Knowledge: Knowledge is mandatory of aircraft construction features; identification and characteristics of aerospace materials; repair of metal, tubing, cable, plastic, fiberglass, bonded honeycomb, and composite structural components; shop drawing and sheet metal layout techniques; shop mathematics; corrosion identification, removal, repair, and prevention; cleaning of metals; application of protective coatings, low observable materials, and markings; proper use, mixing, and storage of acids, solvents, alcohol, caustics, primers, and paints; and proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste and materials. Sheet metal mechanics shall have knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical principles of aircraft systems and knowledge of ground support equipment required to perform modification of the aircraft. Normal color vision as defined in AFI 48-123, Medical Examinations and Standards is mandatory for this specialty.
Essential Functions
Duties
Qualifications
Physical Requirements
Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting up to 50 lbs., standing and walking for extended periods, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in confined or elevated spaces. Requires sufficient manual dexterity and vision to use tools and inspect aircraft systems. Must be able to work in high-noise environments, wear required PPE, and work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Compensation
Benefits:
Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in KAI’s 401k plan. Employees have a minimum of eleven paid holidays. After completing one year of service, employees will have two weeks paid vacation.
Labor Relations Notice:
The Company respects employee rights under applicable labor laws. Nothing in this posting interferes with lawful collective activity.
Contract Contingency:
Employment is contingent upon contract award, funding, background investigation, and clearance eligibility.
EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Veterans. No retaliation for protected activity.
Kay and Associates, Inc. (KAI) was established in 1960 by our founder Donald Kay to provide high quality, cost effective solutions in response to the need for engineering and technical services requirements of industry and government customers worldwide. KAI's exceptional service and quality earned industry wide recognition that, by the early 1980's, positioned KAI as a leading value added provider to industry, the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, U.S. Customs Service and Drug Enforcement Agency.
KAI’s corporate experience includes an extensive maintenance pedigree supporting the U.S. Air Force, Navy, Army, NASA, United Nations and foreign customers including Brazil, Malaysia, Kuwait, Morocco, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. As a registered AS9100D, AS9110C, and ISO 9001:2015 organization providing Contract Management for the Deployment of Contractor Maintenance Services, Contractor Support Services, and Contractor Logistics Services at Customer Facilities in the areas of Aviation Maintenance, Aerospace Ground Equipment, Flight Services and Technical Service Support Labor Acquisitions, KAI is uniquely positioned and qualified as a Prime contractor to address our customer's most challenging needs and support our world class partners in teaming and sub-contracting roles.
