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Aircraft Mechanic 3

DP Professionals

Lake Charles, LA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
A & P Certificate, Aerospace and Defense, Aircraft Maintenance, Ammeter, Assembly Drawings, Blueprints, Calibration, Corrosion Control, Customer/Client Research, Cyberspace, DoD Secret Clearance, Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Power Plant, Problem Solving Skills, Schematics, Security Clearance, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Tensiometer, Test Equipment, Testing, United States Citizen, User Documentation, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Lake Charles, LA
POSTED
20 days ago
DPP is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic for an opportunity with our client in the Space & Defense Manufacturing industry.
 
Work location: Fully onsite in Lake Charles, LA.
Duration: 12 months
Term: W2 position
Work authorization: US Citizen
 
Position summary:
  • Our client is seeking experienced aircraft mechanics to support multiple maintenance programs in Lake Charles, LA 
Duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Maintains repairs and modifies aircraft systems components and engines of complex to extreme difficulty
  • Reads and interprets manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
  • Have basic knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair
  • Possess detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, etc. is required.
  • Possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to mechanical engineers and customers alike
  • Be able to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, written instructions, etc.
  • Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals 
Job duties may also require that the mechanic:
  • Possess a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a basic knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems
  • Adjusts, repairs, or replaces basic electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories
  • Performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections, examines reciprocating engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks, and listens to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burnt valves, inspects jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security, warping, wear, and missing segments
  • Inspects jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks, tests engine operation, using testing equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, ammeter, and jet calibration (Jetcal) tester, to locate source of malfunction
  • Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components
  • Performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections
  • Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components, and applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation
  • Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts
  • Have basic knowledge of electrical theory
  • Be able to use a variety of manual hand tools such as crimpers, strippers, wire cutters, heat shrink gun, etc.
  • Be able to assemble, modify, and install wire bundles, conductors and other electrical components.
  • Supervise the jacking and towing of aircraft. 
Basic qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and a minimum 10 years relevant experience
  • Able to perform work in an approved environment during specified work hours
  • Able to change physical locations based upon need (including physical ability to travel)
  • Ability to be subject to a variety of physical conditions
  • Able to wear respirator or other safety gear
  • Ability to be subject to areas which could cause various phobias due to height or closed spaces
Preferred qualifications:
  • A&P License
  • Prior large aircraft experience
  • Able to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance 
Client insights:
Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace.
 
Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button or contact our recruiter Justin at Justin.Hawk@dppit.com to learn more about this position (#26-00473).

US Citizen: This role may require the ability to obtain a US security clearance, which requires a thorough background search and US citizenship. Residency requirements may apply. EOE/AA/V/D

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