C17 Aircraft Mechanic II-General

• Ability to apply technical knowledge to solve problems that typically cannot be solved solely by referencing manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents.
• Requires an understanding of the interrelationships of circuits, exercising independent judgment in performing such tasks as making circuit analyses, calculating wave forms, and tracing relationships in signal flow, using complex test instruments such as high-frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, and complex computer control equipment.
• Performs aircraft bench and/or flight line operational testing and troubleshooting in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier, and other directives.
• Performs assembly, installation, check-out physical characteristics, operational testing, and modification of wire bundles in the testing, development, and modification of aircraft in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier, and other directives.
• Responsible for the proper performance of assignments and the prudent handling of products, tools, and equipment.
• Required to consult with management and peers to assess the best work process.
• Will assist and train less senior employees.
• May be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft-relevant tasks.
• Able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Perform all duties of lower Avionics classifications as required to successfully accomplish assignments.
• Interpret standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, wire diagrams, formulas, sketches, verbal and electronic orders, job layouts, etc. to accomplish assigned work.
• Ensure that all equipment is used in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.
• Diagnose and correct malfunctions occurring in assembly processes.
• Use any and all precision measuring instruments, gauges, tools, etc., necessary to check dimensions and conformance to quality requirements.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and permits as required for assigned work.
• Able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Must be familiar with Hazardous Energy and Lock-out/Tag systems applications to ensure the working environment is deemed safe for access and on-the-job performance.
• Will be required to assist other team members (General Mechanics, Structures, Electrics) in order to ensure cost/schedule targets are met.
• Able to work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays. Mission requirements and/or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime

• The position requires 4+ years of on-aircraft general maintenance experience in those duties as previously described for satisfactory performance.
• Knowledgeable in shop mathematics and practices
• Experience in working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures.
• Proficient in computer skills including but not limited to aircraft-related systems and basic office software.
• Willing and able to work any shift (Must be able & willing to work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays; Mission requirements and/or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Currently possess an FAA A&P License or Military Technical School equivalent
• Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding-type electric-powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignments.