Aircraft Mechanic III
Location Norfolk, VA Job Posting No 111576
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Start Date 06/01/2024 Contract CFT Norfolk
Salary Range CFTNWD Posting Date 04/03/2024
Union No FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Shift Work Possible FT/PT Full Time
Relocation No Travel Possible
M1 is looking for a(n) Aircraft Mechanic III
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
* Leads a team in the performance of aircraft maintenance, inspections, and scheduled /
unscheduled maintenance.
* Processes the technical experience to supervise subordinate mechanics and provide technical
guidance on maintenance operations on the airframe being supported.
* Capable of performing, supervising and inspecting the duties of Mechanic Is, IIs and IIIs.
* A person in this position maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures, structural
components and engines of complex to extreme difficulty, 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.
* This worker also applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex
problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals. Work
typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component
troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of
aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine
functionality of non-complex electrical systems.
* A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial
indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. is required.
* Must possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical
engineers and customers alike, must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing
workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule.
* This worker will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records, and is responsible
for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower level technicians throughout all
aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and
customers alike, must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet
aircraft delivery schedule.
* Will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records, and is responsible for providing
guidance and technical expertise to lower level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications
and/or maintenance efforts.
* Capable of performing, supervising and inspecting the duties of Mechanic Is, IIs and IIIs.
* High School diploma or GED is mandatory.
* Thorough understanding of DOD aircraft maintenance processes preferred.
* Must have a working knowledge of computers (input/extract data).
* Must speak, read, write, and understand English.
* Obtain/maintain security clearance, DOD CAC privileges, and Special Access Badge requirements.
* Must be able to work days, nights, and weekends as required.
* Current valid U.S. Driver's License.
* Ability to travel
* Must be willing and able to deal with the customer and company employees in a courteous and
professional manner.
* Must be able to meet any Government/Company licensing/qualification requirements for the position.
* 5 years Aviation maintenance Experience with Supervisory skills.
* Must be able to obtain/maintain the following required certifications/qualifications when required by
management:
o Applicable Support Equipment licensing
o Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) qualification
* Must have an in-depth knowledge of aircraft technical orders/job guides/publications-read, interpret,
follow, and comprehend schematic diagrams, drawings, charts, and technical publications.
* Must have in-depth knowledge (aircraft/vehicle movement and safety/hazards) of flight line operations.
* Must have a working knowledge of and be proficient with (input and extract data) of computers,
aircraft data debriefing and diagnostic software, and maintenance information systems.
* Have a strong knowledge base of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series aviation maintenance
program instruction, and understand how the outlined policies and procedures apply to the
troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of aircraft and associated systems -- Preferred
* Have a strong knowledge base of aviation maintenance programs, processes, and procedures (for
example Safety, Tool Control, HAZMAT, inspection programs, administrative requirements, support
equipment, calibration/torque programs & procedures). -- Preferred
Working Conditions:
* Environment ranges from office to hangar and flight line and requires extensive climbing,
standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands.
M1 Support Services, a woman-owned, disabled veteran, business headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and
maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies.
M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D,
Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee
Assistance Program. M1 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status