Aircraft Mechanic II - Life Support / Parachute Rigger - (F-18) - NTWP - China Lake, CA.

Job Description:

Occupational Summary:

The Aircraft Mechanic II (Parachute Rigger) is required to maintain and service the aircraft and aircrew Aviation Life Support Systems (ALSS) systems/components as required in support of the Program in accordance with applicable publications and governing instructions.

Principle Accountabilities:

- Inspects, maintains and repairs parachutes, seat pans, survival equipment, flight protective equipment and clothing, packs and rigs parachutes, packs and equips life rafts.

- Fits and maintains oxygen masks, flight clothing, anti-exposure suits, anti-G suits and aircraft oxygen systems.

- Operates and maintains carbon dioxide transfer and recharge equipment - Operates and repairs sewing machines

- Conducts special calendar/periodic inspections of survival equipment

- Operates parachute lofts and survival equipment work centers.

Knowledge & Skills:

- Applies comprehensive technical experience to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufacturers manuals.

- As required by site operations and site management, be certified as a CDI and or a QASO.

- Knowledge of the use of aircraft hand tools, special tools, and test equipment is required.

- Recent experience with F/A-18A-F, EA-18G, MH-60S or AV-8B aircraft strongly preferred.

Physical

Job Requirements:

Requirements/Working Environment:

- May work in aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.

- May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.

- May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.

- May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.

- Must be able to lift weights at or about of 50 pounds

- Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.

- Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.

- Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.

- May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, APU, etc.

Training and Education

Job Ident #: AIRCR013126

Company Details

V2X

555 Industrial Drive South
Madison, Mississippi 39110 USA
www.vtxaero.com

V2X has long been an industry leader in delivering a full spectrum of Aviation Aftermarket Services with a strong legacy of extreme customer and mission focus. V2X is a global and premier provider of “best value” services in their respective markets and...

Supported Manufacturers:
95% military aircraft

Supported Models:

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Job Info

Location

China Lake Acres, California, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

V2X

555 Industrial Drive South
Madison, Mississippi 39110 USA
www.vtxaero.com