[Mil] UH-60 Sheet Metal A&P Mechanic – Afghanistan

WASS Sheet Metal Mech OCONUS

Worldwide Aviation Support Services •

Kabul, International, International

Position Type:
Permanent

Jobs at Worldwide Aviation Support Services

Job Description:

SUMMARY:

Perform sheet metal repairs and fabrication to a variety of aircraft to include the H60 helicopter possessing an in depth knowledge of sheet metal materials and repair techniques.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proficient in fabrication, cold working, flap peening and jacking, shoring aircraft.

• Performs repairs to aircraft skin, nacelles, cowlings, and structural components.

• Forms aircraft sheet metal components by hand or with the assistance of mechanical or hydro-mechanical tooling.

• Ensures stock levels for bench stock and consumables required to perform repairs are maintained.

• Interprets OEM, military, and DoS manuals. Read and understand engineering and modification drawings and installation instructions, blueprints, schematics and rudimentary drawings

• Fabricate, assemble, and install prototype equipment on a large variety of aircraft, ranging from single-engine airplanes to complex, multi-engine turbojets, and helicopters.

• Must have ability to install prototype equipment on aircraft and make modifications to the existing airframes.

• Must perform sheet metal repairs to a variety of aircraft, possess an in-depth knowledge of sheet metal materials and repair techniques.

• Must use tools and equipment associated with a sheet metal shop, such as protractors, calipers, pitch gauges,crimping tools/machines, forming machines, gas and heli-arc welding machines, lathes, milling machines, saws and drilling presses.
• Assist and in aspects of general aircraft ground handling.

• Assist mechanics in conducting daily inspections and preparation of aircraft for flight.

• Position requires a U.S. Department of State Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED and technical school certificate

• FAA Airframe (A) License

PREFERRED:

• FAA issued mechanic certificate with both Airframe and Power Plant ratings.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Prior experience maintaining specific assigned aircraft.
• Must have at least 4 years helicopter experience.

• Must have exercised the privilege of their FAA “A” license for a minimum of 6 months of the previous 24 months.

• Experience working from blueprint drawings,diagram,specifications,service manuals,sketches and templates
• CMF 15 aviation MOS or other military / commercial equivalent.

PREFERRED:

• Experience working on H60 aircraft structural modifications

Job Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

  1. Focus on Results – Able to plan and organize work to achieve goals; achieves targeted results with minimal supervision; is accountable for own actions.

  2. Communications – Possess excellent verbal & written communications skills; Provides timely, well organized verbal & written information that is audience appropriate; listens attentively to others and retains/processes information.

  3. Teamwork – Builds alliances, partnerships & collaboration with others including those different from him/her; deals tactfully with others; assumes helps with a variety of team roles.

  4. Strategic Planning & Decision-Making – Develops strategic short & long term plans; arranges priorities, distinguishing urgent, important and unimportant in order to meet goals & deadlines; consults & collaborates with appropriate people.

  5. Initiative & Innovation – Generates new ideas personally & encourage team to do the same; stays up-to-date on technology & approaches to work; provides creative solutions & input when faced with challenges.

  6. Interpersonal Relationships – Builds effective relationships with internal & external customers; ability to work independently and coordinate work with others; resolves conflicts in a professional manner.

  7. Quality & Safety – Adheres to all safety & security policies and regulations; demonstrates quality work that is accurate, thorough & efficient.

  8. Continuous Improvement – Examines personal & organizational processes, promotes opportunities for improvement; analyzes successes & failures to learn and improve.

  9. Training & Development – Completes required & suggested training; shows eagerness and capacity to learn; receptive to coaching & feedback.

  10. Integrity – Committed to passionately and consistently promoting a professional culture that is trustworthy, honest, socially responsible, and where differences are respected and valued.

Salary Range:

Relocation:

Travel:

Job Ident #:
215781

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Worldwide Aviation Support Services
1 AAR Way
Suite 101
Rockledge, Florida 32955 USA
www.aarcorp.com

AAR is an exceptional team of professionals providing global, world-class expeditionary and conventional aviation solutions to the US Department of Defense, other US and foreign government agencies, and commercial customers.

We operate a…

Benefits:
We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Benefits vary by position, location and business, and may include:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Company-paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation Time
  • Paid Sick Days

Supported Manufacturers:
CASA, MD Helicopters Inc, M7 Aerospace LP, Eurocopter France, Cessna Aircraft, Sikorsky Company, Bell Helicopter Textron, Bombardier

Supported Models:
C212, C235, MD530FF, Metro 23, C208B, Bell 412, Dash 8, UH1

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