Transport Aircraft Mechanic

Job Description

The C-12 Transport A&P Aircraft Mechanic (King Air/C-12) FAA A&P services, repairs and overhauls assigned aircraft and subsystems to ensure airworthiness. Uses technical data to troubleshoot malfunctioning systems and repairs or replaces faulty components.

– Operationally checks repaired or modified systems for proper operation.
– Performs quality maintenance on assigned aircraft in accordance with federal aviation regulations, original equipment manufacturers, or military technical orders as specified in the statement of work instructions.
– Repair and replace aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and associated equipment.
– Read and interpret manufacturers’ and maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
– Examine engines for oil leaks, and listens to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions.
– Inspect turbine blades to detect cracks or breaks.
– Test engine operation, using troubleshooting procedures and diagnostic test equipment, to identify source of malfunction.
– Replace or repair worn or damaged components using hand tools, gauges, and test equipment.
– Remove and install engine from aircraft.
– Disassemble and inspect parts for wear, warping, or other defects.
– Repair or replace defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft.
– Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
– May service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
– May specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies.
– May specialize in engine repair.
– Perform other qualified duties as assigned.