Aircraft Mechanic I - System Studies and Simulation, Inc. (S3INC)

Job Code:

4224

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

S 3 , Inc. is a rapidly growing woman owned small business founded in 1991, headquartered in Huntsville, AL, that provides technical, programmatic, and logistic services to U.S. Department of Defense, other U.S. Government agencies, and Partner Nation militaries, co-located with Government requirements. The S 3 , Inc. staff is 70% veterans. The company operates under an ISO 9001/AS9100 certified Quality Management System.

S 3 , Inc. has wholly owned subsidiaries that expand the customer base and increase our annual growth rate: KBFS - provides aviation pilot training, heavy lift, aircraft maintenance, and related aircraft services to Government and commercial requirements IAW multiple FAA certifications; S3I - provides OCONUS FMS technical services, maintenance, and aviation platform training; S3 Arabia (S3A), a subsidiary of S3I operates in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; and GLSS - provides SCA/CBA contract aviation maintenance.

S 3 , Inc. and subsidiaries are recruiting to expand and develop Corporate Operations to staff for contract growth and are approaching 1000 employees. At S 3 , Inc. we're proud to offer above industry standard benefits and encourage our team members to build a fulfilling career with our mission-focused leadership. Come work with us and let's build something great together!

GLSS, has an immediate open for an Aircraft Mechanic I, to support on-going efforts at Little Rock, AR.

Military experience is a plus.

Job Description:

This mechanic applies a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, and structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train, and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, as required to meet the assigned missions. Makes repairs to aircraft and follows the direction of higher-graded workers. The Aircraft Mechanic I troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power units, and ventilation and heating systems.

Duties:

• This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings, fuselage, functional components including rigging, surface controls, plumbing, and hydraulic units, by using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brakes, welding equipment, rivet guns, and drills.
• This worker reads and interprets manufacturers' and airlines maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Work involves replacing or repairing worn or damaged components, such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, engine-mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves, by using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
• Removes engines from aircraft using a hoist or forklift truck, disassembles and inspects parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and repairs or replaces defective engine parts,
• Reassembles and installs engines in aircraft.
• Job duties require that this mechanic adjust, repair, or replace the electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, and perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing the crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
• Supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft.
• Enters in the maintenance records a description of the work performed and verifies satisfactorily service engines and airframe components at the line station, making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition, specializing in the repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and specializing in engine repair.

Qualifications:

• May require a license from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
• May require specialization in sheet metal, electric work, avionics, or other aircraft systems-related disciplines.
• A&P License or a Military Service School Certificate of Training in Aviation Maintenance desirable.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Systems Studies and Simulation, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. If you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the S 3 Inc. Careers Page as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodations by calling (256) 539-1700 Ext 1127 or by sending an email to: recruiter@s3inc.com . Thank you for your interest in S 3 Inc.