CH-47 Aircraft Mechanic II

About the role

The CH-47 Aircraft Mechanic II performs inspections, repairs and modifications of aircraft as directed, including structural repairs such as wings and fuselage, rigging, surface controls and hydraulic and plumbing units. The position may require an FAA license and is open to candidates who can obtain facility credentials.

Key responsibilities

• Read and interpret manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins and technical data to plan repairs.
• Perform 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase and periodic inspections, and examine reciprocating and jet engines for defects.
• Replace or repair engine components such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel and oil pumps and engine-mounted gearboxes, and remove and reinstall engines.
• Repair or replace electrical wiring and aircraft accessories, and carry out preflight, in-flight and post-flight inspections.
• Supervise jacking and towing of aircraft, enter maintenance records and verify completed work.
• Service engines and airframe components at the line station, and possibly specialize in structural, precision and functional spare parts or engine repair.

Required profile

• High school degree or equivalent.
• A&P license, or three years of aviation maintenance experience, three years of rotary-wing experience and two years on the CH-47 MDS if no license.
• All experience must be within the five most recent years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials; US citizenship and a valid US passport are required.
• Physical ability to stand, climb, lift up to 50 pounds, work in noisy and drafty conditions and pass a respirator fit test.

Required skills

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical troubleshooting, repair procedures and part replacement.
• Basic knowledge of electrical theory and familiarity with test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators and micrometers.
• Working knowledge of technical publications and logistics information systems.
• Able to prioritize workloads, lead teams on complex tasks and participate in maintenance test flights.