Aviation Mechanic I

Aviation Mechanic I

CH-47 Chinook Mechanic I responsible for inspections, repairs, and maintenance of aircraft systems and subsystems. Conducts diagnostics, troubleshoots malfunctions, and performs removal and installation of components. Inspects turbine blades and utilizes AMSS for aircraft management. Proficient in reading manuals, interpreting instruments, and adhering to technical publications and regulations.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Aviation Mechanic I: $28.00 - $32.00

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Aviation Mechanic I Responsibilities Include:

• Responsible for performing progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar scheduled inspections according to all applicable technical publications and regulations.

• Responsible for repairs and maintenance on aircraft systems and subsystems, to include the lubrication of required components and the removal and installation of aircraft subsystems, using special tools and equipment as required.

• Completes diagnostics and troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft subsystems; maintains aircraft technical publications, historical forms, and records relative to aircraft maintenance.

• Removes and installs aircraft subsystem assemblies and components such as engines, rotors, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components

• Inspects jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks, tests engine operation

• Read and understand mechanical manuals and schematics and read and interpret all instruments.

• Utilize AMSS to manage aircraft use and operations, maintenance, and repair operations and to maintain aircraft to the Army standard

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Aviation Mechanic I Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 2-4 years of Aviation experience required

• Army 15 series course graduate required or branch equivalent

• A/P certification preferred

• Is required to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch and work in tiring and uncomfortable position.

• Frequently lifts parts and equipment up to 20 pounds.

• Occasionally lifts objects up to 50 pounds.

• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Armored Solutions LLC, CNAS provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CNAS is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Keywords

• Maintenance

• Repairs

• Aircraft systems

• Troubleshooting

• Diagnostics

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