Aircraft Mechanic - General Aviation - Colorado Springs, CO
Aircraft Mechanic - General Aviation - Colorado Springs, CO
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ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available toVeterans Transitioning Military National Guard and Reserve Members Military Spouses Wounded Warriors and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set education requirements and experience please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise this role is OnSite at the location detailed in the job post.
Job Description
Akima Logistics Services is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic for the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) at the Benjamin O. Davis Airfield. This position requires a wide range of general aviation skills to support the USAFA fleet of 66 powered and nonpowered aircraft.
Responsibilities
Services repairs and overhauls aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure airworthiness.
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.
Reads and interprets OEM maintenance manuals service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
Examines engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks and evaluates operating engines to detect and diagnose malfunctions such as sticking or burnt valves.
Inspects turbine blades to detect cracks or breaks.
Tests engine operation using testing equipment such as ignition analyzer compression checker fuel pressure test and ammeter to locate source of malfunction.
Replaces or repairs worn or damaged components such as carburetors alternators and magnetos using hand tools gauges and testing equipment.
Removes engine from aircraft using hoist.
Disassembles and inspects parts for wear warping or other defects.
Repairs or replaces defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft.
Adjusts repairs or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories.
Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft including flushing crankcase cleaning screens greasing moving parts and checking brakes.
Required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration with current Airframe and Powerplant license.
Service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs short of overhaul required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
Specialize in work repair and modification of structural precision and functional spare parts and assemblies.
Perform routine inspections such as 50 and 100 hour inspections assist or lead annual inspections or any other OEM mandated inspection with ability to meet provided deadlines.
Ability to test run and taxi aircraft during busy airport operations while communicating with air traffic control.
Quickly troubleshoot and repair deficiencies reported by aircrew.
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
Ability to repair composites using specialized equipment a plus.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid drivers license.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
Must be physically capable of bending twisting squatting kneeling and standing for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 60 lbs. above head.
Aircraft Maintenance Experience: Basic General Aviation experience with light single engine aircraft under 12500 lbs.
2 Years of electrical/wiring experience required. Avionics experience a plus.
Certificate: Airframe and Powerplant certificate with no enforcement actions; Inspection Authorization preferred
Computer Skills: MS Office proficiency required.
Job Description
Akima Logistics Services is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic for the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) at the Benjamin O. Davis Airfield. This position requires a wide range of general aviation skills to support the USAFA fleet of 66 powered and nonpowered aircraft.
Responsibilities
Services repairs and overhauls aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure airworthiness.
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.
Reads and interprets OEM maintenance manuals service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
Examines engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks and evaluates operating engines to detect and diagnose malfunctions such as sticking or burnt valves.
Inspects turbine blades to detect cracks or breaks.
Tests engine operation using testing equipment such as ignition analyzer compression checker fuel pressure test and ammeter to locate source of malfunction.
Replaces or repairs worn or damaged components such as carburetors alternators and magnetos using hand tools gauges and testing equipment.
Removes engine from aircraft using hoist.
Disassembles and inspects parts for wear warping or other defects.
Repairs or replaces defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft.
Adjusts repairs or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories.
Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft including flushing crankcase cleaning screens greasing moving parts and checking brakes.
Required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration with current Airframe and Powerplant license.
Service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs short of overhaul required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
Specialize in work repair and modification of structural precision and functional spare parts and assemblies.
Perform routine inspections such as 50 and 100 hour inspections assist or lead annual inspections or any other OEM mandated inspection with ability to meet provided deadlines.
Ability to test run and taxi aircraft during busy airport operations while communicating with air traffic control.
Quickly troubleshoot and repair deficiencies reported by aircrew.
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
Ability to repair composites using specialized equipment a plus.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid drivers license.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
Must be physically capable of bending twisting squatting kneeling and standing for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 60 lbs. above head.
Aircraft Maintenance Experience: Basic General Aviation experience with light single engine aircraft under 12500 lbs.
2 Years of electrical/wiring experience required. Avionics experience a plus.
Certificate: Airframe and Powerplant certificate with no enforcement actions; Inspection Authorization preferred
Computer Skills: MS Office proficiency required.
Employment Type
Full Time
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