The Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanic diagnoses and repairs GSE, inspects and approves completed maintenance actions, solves repair problems using drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics and technical publications. Uses automated maintenance data systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions. Analyzes, diagnoses and repairs GSE using conventional and digital multi-meters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers, transistor testers and hand tools.
What you will be responsible for:
Maintains external fuel and grounding systems, performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on GSE and related accessories and components
Inspects, tests, services and operates GSE to determine equipment serviceability and proper operation, diagnoses mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test equipment, and technical publications
Perform inventory, track calibration and load testing requirements for all assigned Government and Contractor owned support equipment
Stores, handles, labels, uses, and disposes of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations.
Prepares GSE for storage and mobility deployment; and operates, cleans, inspects, and services GSE towing vehicles
Maintains and updates paper and electronic equipment records, provides dispatch service for GSE, including positioning equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations
All other duties as assigned
What you will need to be successful in this role:
High school diploma or GED
3 years’ experience as an automotive, aircraft, or ground support equipment mechanic
Must possess a valid State Driver’s License
Must have the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. In order to obtain a secret clearance, US Citizenship is required.
Must have the ability to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility and may have to lift up to 40 lbs
The environmental characteristic for this position is flight line and hangar settings
AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.
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AAR is a $2.7B global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company with operations in 20+ countries. For 70 years, we have helped commercial and government customers enhance operations and reduce costs while maintaining high levels of quality, service, and safety. Our talented workforce of 5,000+ team members prioritizes Doing It Right® for one another, our customers, the industry, and the communities where we operate.
We are honored to be recognized by:
• Great Place To Work: Certified
• Military Friendly®: Gold Employer; Spouse Employer
• Top Shop 145: Best Total Solutions Provider Repair
• NSPA: #1 Outstanding Source of Repair
By focusing on safety, innovation, and teamwork, AAR is a leader in the aviation industry.