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Aircraft Mechanic 2 Avionics/Electronics - A&P or FCC License - Grafenwoehr, Germany

Germany-Grafenwoehr Full time

The CH-47 Aircraft Avionics/Electrical Mechanic AM-2 (FAA A&P Or FCC) MWO performs repairs and troubleshoots aircraft systems and malfunctions of avionics, navigation, electrical, and communications systems.

  • A Valid (FAA) A&P Certificate OR FCC License with Elements 1 and 3 is Required. 

  • With a Valid (FAA) A&P Certificate; Two (2) years' aviation maintenance experience, With Two (2) years of hands-on Avionics Mechanic experience on the assigned MDS (Mission Design Series (CH47) is Required.

  • US Citizenship is Required for travel to Germany, with a Valid US Passport to obtain the required US Govt Security Clearance.

  • Install, remove, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, and navigation systems in aircraft.

  • Installs and repairs electrical wiring and/or cable on aircraft in adherence to established specifications.

  • Cuts and strips wire, insulates connections.

  • Assemble components such as switches, electrical controls, and junction boxes, using hand tools and soldering irons.

  • Safely prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks and services.

  • Perform scheduled inspections and assist in performing special inspections.

  • Perform limited maintenance operational checks and diagnoses and troubleshoots aircraft systems using special tools and test equipment as required.

  • Use and perform operator maintenance on tools, special tools and aircraft ground support equipment.

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School Graduate or equivalent is required. 

  • Shall have Five (5) years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience.

  • FAA A&P or FCC Elements 1 and 3 Required. 

  • Must possess (FAA) A&P Certificate with at least One (1) year of experience inspecting assigned Mission Design Series (MDS CH-47) aircraft.

  • If No A&P (FCC Elements 1 and 3 required); with the FCC License candidate have a minimum Five (5) years of experience as an Aircraft Inspector on the Mission Design Series (MDS CH-47) airframe they will be inspecting. 

  • If willing and able to obtain an FCC License, please discuss with your Recruiter.

  • All experience must be within the Five (5) most recent years.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization**NAC-I T1 Public Trust. Note:  US Citizenship is required for a facility credentials/authorization at the work location.

  • Interim NACI approval required for deployment.

  • Valid US Passport required for deployment to Germany and Greece.

  • TESA Approval: (German Govt) Must be able to qualify for TESA approval; with 5 years career total Aviation maintenance experience.

  • Travel: As required in support of task order.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Possess good communication skills; be adaptable, diversified and capable of troubleshooting entire aircraft system.

  • Working knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical, and associated systems principles to complete properly all probable work tasks.

  • Knowledge of Quality Control, Production and Supply procedures required to perform job assignment.

  • Able to determine when faulty systems or assemblies can be corrected through repair of replacement of new parts and the nature and extent of repair required.

  • Must have skill in reading, applying, and interpreting technical data.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

  • Must be able to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.

  • Frequently lift parts and equipment up to 20 pounds.

  • Occasionally lift objects up to 50 pounds.

  • Must be immediately deployable to potential combat areas worldwide.

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