Flight Equipment Mechanic II at Kay and Associates in Patuxent River, Maryland

Job Description:

PENDING CONTRACT AWARD

23092 AIRCREW LIFE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT (ALSE) MECHANIC II 

ALSE II plans, directs, organizes, and evaluates Aircrew Flight Equipment operations pertaining to equipment accountability, personnel reliability, mobility, and other such activities required to meet operational readiness; associated databases shall be maintained to ensure equipment accountability. Position establishes performance standards, improves work methods, and advises on inspection, repair, and repacking of aircrew flight equipment. ALSE II ensures serviceability based on required specifications and technical publications. Position evaluates problems and determines feasibility of repair or replacement related to inspecting and repairing fabric, rubber equipment, and parachutes.

TASK REQUIREMENTS:

• Working knowledge of OOMA.


• Possess a minimum of five (5) years Aviation experience.


• Will work in close proximity to ordnance, must have previously qualified as Quality Assurance & Safety Observer (QA/SO).


• Possess a working knowledge of the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) and 13 Series manuals.


• Observe personal safety and line precautions around aircraft and workspaces.


• Other duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previously completed Parachute Rigger “A” School.


• Must have previously qualified as Quality Assurance & Safety Observer (QA/SO)


• High school diploma or equivalent General Educational Development (GED) certificate


• Minimum 5 years’ experience working within Military aviation


• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance

Compensation

$37.13/hour

Other Compensation

Employees will receive a health and welfare fringe benefit of $4.41 for every hour worked up to 40 hours per week.

Benefits

Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in KAI’s 401k plan.  Employees have a minimum of eleven paid holidays.  Employees accumulate 1 hour of Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors for every 30 hours worked up to 56 hours per year. After completing one year of service, employees will have two weeks paid vacation.

Employment is contingent on (a) your ability to provide appropriate proof of your identity and eligibility to work in the United States; (b) your references and any background check being satisfactory to the Company; (c) you successfully passing a pre-employment drug test; and (d) your ability to get a required clearance by your effective start date, if needed; and (e) KAI commencing performance on this contract. 

KAI is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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