Crew Chief 2 LEA at Aevex

Work ArrangementThis is an OCONUS deployed onsite position. Deployed rotation 3 months on 3 months 6 months total deployed time per year. Candidate can live anywhere CONUS.Job OverviewThe Crew Chief (CC) position primarily functions as a mechanic on aircraft for a Department of Defensenational theater operational or tactical level customer. The CC is responsible for the airworthiness of theAircraft. Responsibilities include scheduled and unscheduled maintenance fueling preflight andlaunch/recovery of the aircraft. The CC is responsible for keeping the aircraft logbooks up to date andnoting and correcting any discrepancies. Also responsible for the accountability of tools equipment andparts that they use. The CC shall have a thorough understanding of all physical aspects of the aircraftand be proficient in the use of aircraft checklist. CC shall perform duties using established processes andbest practices used in military and/or commercial aviation.Essential FunctionsPosition is responsible for executing all maintenance actions to support on-time delivery ofservice.Creates flight schedules and tracks aircraft specific information for reporting.Interprets technical data from blueprints and engineering specifications.Conducts aircraft ground fueling and weight and balance in accordance with technicalprocedures.Manages and executes aircraft and engine maintenance as required.Ensures the accurate documentation of aircraft maintenance records in accordance withestablished aviation safety procedures and processes.Completes aircraft and engine maintenance as required or needed in accordance with job guidesand maintenance procedures.Follows established and normal aviation safety procedures and processes.Conducts scheduled inspections and completes follow-up as required.Inspects engines landing gear instruments brakes valves air conditioning pumps pressurizedsections and other aircraft related systems.Completes necessary maintenance and repairs/replacements on the aircraft its subsystems andcomponents.Repairs sheet metal or composite surfaces and assemblies.Checks for corrosion distortion and cracks in the fuselage wing tail and other subassemblieswith applicable instructions and directives.Supports aircraft launch and recovery operations.Performs other related duties as directed.CC appointed as a Technical Inspector (not a labor category):Reviews/inspects work conducted by other personnel.Ensure compliance with procedures job guides standard operating procedures andindustry best practices.Accomplish Associated Paperwork.Documents Trends and report them to the Maintenance Manager/Chief of Maintenance.Standard Essential FunctionsRegular and reliable attendance on a full time basis or in accordance with posted schedule.Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external businessassociates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the companys policiesand practices.Embodies AEVEXs cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and companyculture.Qualifications and CompetenciesMust possess an active DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher (as directed by the contract).Must meet all DoD Contractor deployment requirements and pass Combat Reediness Course.Must have excellent verbal written communication and organizational skills.Must pass a pre-employment background check.The ability to professionally interface with numerous levels of management customers andpeers.The ability to work extended hours and/or shift work.The ability to work in a team environment while accomplishing mission requirements.Ability to perform line and site level maintenance and repairs.Excellent organization skillsExperience installing and maintaining electrical systems.Experience troubleshooting electrical issues and ability to read electrical diagrams schematicsand understand the theory of operation.Experience with Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions and electrical safety measures.Experience using multi-meter oscilloscope and like equipment to test electrical systems.Knowledge and experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems and subsystems.Knowledge and experience with Aircraft Technical Manuals (General Systems Job Guides FaultIsolation etc.).Manned aviation flight line or UAS flight operations experience.Work Experience in aviation field in OCONUS (deployed) location.Education / CertificationsMust have a High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.Must be a US citizen with a valid US passport.Must possess current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.ExperienceMinimum 2-4 years of relative experience and knowledge of Aviation Maintenance.UAS Maintenance Experience (Group 2) 2 yearsOCONUS deployment experience is a must.Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:Occasionally required to sit and to reach to use computers and other office equipmentFrequently required repetitive movements of wrists hands and/or fingersOccasionally required to stand for extended periods of timeFrequently required to lift up to 50 poundsFrequently required to view objects up close and distant range with hand eye coordinationFrequently required to reach overhead and frequently reach at/below shoulder levelFrequently required to operate hand tools equipment heavy machineryFrequently experience a high level of noise adverse weather or temperature conditionsMust meet industry-standard physical requirements to ensure the safe and effective performanceof duties. While the role does not typically involve strenuous physical activity candidates shouldpossess adequate physical fitness and health to withstand the demands of flight operations andline maintenance.Security ClearanceAbility to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance U.S. Citizenship required.About AEVEXAEVEX headquartered in Solana Beach California supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation remote sensing and analysis solutions. The companys capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing exploitation and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define develop and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government partner nations and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California Florida North Carolina Ohio and Virginia.AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits including a 401(k)-retirement plan comprehensive Medical Dental Vision Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company professional development funds and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling legal help child and elder care support among other benefits for qualified employees.Equal Employment Opportunity:AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race religious creed color sex (including pregnancy breast feeding and related medical conditions) gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship status military and veteran status marital status age protected medical condition genetic information physical disability mental disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws.Required Experience:Chief Key Skills Food Handling,Restaurant Experience,Food Service,Customer Service,Hand Tools,Basic Math,Construction Experience,Lawn Care,Mobile Devices,Cooking,Water Damage Restoration,Heavy Lifting Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1