Aircraft Mechanic I

Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) is a Professional & Technical Management Consulting firm with over 20 years of consulting experience. We offer technical professional services to Federal and State Governments, and Commercial clients.

ICMS is a Small Business and Certified HUBZone employer. We deliver value to our clients by combining deep industry knowledge with strong functional capabilities. Our focus is to manage cost-effective programs while at the same time mitigating risk and improving results. Our success is about teamwork, a coordinated effort from all disciplines, from clients to consultants and most important, it's about delivering on our commitments. 

ICMS is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic I – Sheet Metal (Night Shift) to provide aircraft maintenance services to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) for the Medium Range Surveillance (MRS) Product Line. To ensure that aircraft remain in top condition, ALC currently completes program depot maintenance (PDM) (described as a total overhaul of an airframe) every four (4) years on each of the USCG's aircraft. During the overhaul process, any required repairs, modifications, and/or upgrades are also completed during this process. ALC may also complete overhauls and repairs for various other Government aircraft and components. In support of the USCG's PDM program, the USCG requires Aircraft Maintenance Services (AMS) for aircraft, components, Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and various other parts and components in support of USCG aviation. For this position, the specific aircraft that will be maintained will include the USCG HC-144 A/B and HC-27J. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The primary responsibilities of the position will include but not limited to:

• Documents maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements 
• Maintains high state of cleanliness and utilize a clean-as-you-go process when executing maintenance duties
• Performs regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walk-downs
• Maintains situational awareness and mitigate risks 
• Complies with processes and procedures as per DHS/Department of Defense (DoD) documents and publications
• Maintains and controls tools. Reports missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the site supervisor immediately upon discovery Inventory and inspect tools IAW ALC INST on a regular basis and identify when to replace worn or broken tools. 
• Cleans work area as necessary, assuring all flammable or otherwise hazardous materials are properly stored; handles and disposes of hazardous materials in accordance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements 
• Complies with safety rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work area. Promptly reports accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to the site supervisor 
• Uses Government computer system to access various technical references for airframe repairs and Government training requirements 
• Provides satisfactory customer service 
• Services, repairs, and overhauls aircraft to ensure airworthiness
• Troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneumatic, engines, auxiliary power unit, propellers and propeller gearboxes, ventilation, and heating systems. 
• Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds 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 equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills
• Reads and interprets manufacturer's and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components 
• Performs progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections
• Examines engines for any abnormalities IAW the OEM's maintenance manual such as engine/hydraulic leaks, general wear and tear, chaffing lubrication line, electrical harnesses and other components associated with the engine 
• Examines the propeller system for delaminated, damaged, chipped, or worn propeller blades. Also inspect the propeller gearbox for any abnormalities IAW the OEM's maintenance manual such as lubrication leaks, general wear and tear, chaffing lubrication line, electrical harnesses and other components associated with the propeller system. 
• Inspect jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security, warping, wear, and missing segments 
• Inspects jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks 
• Replaces or repairs worn or damaged components, alternators, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment 
• Removes engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck 
• Disassembles and inspects parts for wear, cracks, and airworthiness 
• Repairs or replaces defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft
• Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories
• Performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections
• Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing gearboxes, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes
• Supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft 
• Enters in the maintenance record description of the work performed and verify the work was performed satisfactorily 
• 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, and may specialize in line maintenance engine repair 
• Provides technical direction to Aircraft Mechanic Helpers and Aircraft Workers
• Ability to perform sheet metal, plastic, and composite depot level repairs on fixed or rotary wing aircraft
• Ability to perform major airframe repairs or modifications 
• Ability to use applicable airframe repair procedures and/or DHS/DOD engineering approved procedures in performance of tasks resulting in safe, mission ready aircraft 
• Experience in performing airframe repairs that utilize various glues, resins, fiberglass, epoxy, pro-seal and/or other chemical reactive consumables as per applicable aircraft technical references
• Experience in reading and interpreting drawings
• Ability to form, shape, and fabricate aircraft stringers, bulkheads, access panels, doublers, inspection plates, box-beams, fairings/cowlings for fuselage applications and on primary flight control surfaces. 

•  Shall be citizens of the U.S. 
• High school diploma or equivalent  
• Four (4) years of documented experience performing aircraft maintenance on fixed or rotary wing aircraft or demonstrated experience performing aircraft maintenance as an Aircraft Helper on this contract
• Four (4) years of documented experience performing aircraft sheet metal repairs on fixed or rotary wing aircraft 
• Ability to operate all GSE equipment associated with fixed wing airframes (scissor lift, etc.) 
• Gas Free Engineer qualified 
• Forklift qualified 
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently
• Possess computer skills to include a basic knowledge sufficient to complete internet searches and prepare/edit documents utilizing word processing or spreadsheet applications 
• Shall be capable of using cumbersome Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) operations. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Shall be capable of performing tasks that frequently require lifting, reaching, bending, walking, pulling, sitting, standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, and stretching for prolonged periods of time. 
• Shall be capable of performing tasks in cramped, awkward, and strained positions and/or climbing up and down ladders, work platforms, scaffolding, and aircraft structures. 
• Shall be capable of carrying items up to 40 pounds and on heavier items shall seek assistance of other workers or weightlifting devices. 

Full-time Night Shift: 

Monday-Thursday 3:30pm-12:00am

Friday 2:30pm -  11:00 pm

Pay Rate:  $41.77/hr. - including $1.00/hr. (night shift differential) 

Benefits:

• Health & Welfare Benefits as covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance 
• Life and Accidental AD&D Insurance 
• 401K Retirement plan 
• Generous sick and vacation leave based on seniority

ICMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  

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