C-12 / King Air Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic

The C-12 / King Air Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic AM-3 (FAA A&P). Performs organizational and intermediate level maintenance on Army C-12/ King Air (200, 350, 1900) aircraft. 

(*Level of Aircraft Mechanic is based on years of specific C-12 hands-on A&P mechanic experience).

• A valid FAA A&P Certificate is Required.

• Union CBA provides 3 levels of A&P experience based on years of experience on the assigned MDS aircraft C-12/ King Air aircraft.

• AM-1 - Two (2) Years A&P experience is required, with two (2) or more years of C-12 experience being preferred. 

• AM-2 - Five (5) years of C-12/ King Air A&P mechanic experience is required. 

• AM-3 - Ten (10) years of A&P mechanic experience required, and Thirteen (13) years of C-12 experience required for an AM-3, under the Union CBA.

• Is responsible for servicing, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying aircraft systems to ensure continued airworthiness. 

• These tasks are performed on avionics & electrical systems, engines, flight controls and airframe components.

• Repairs are performed using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills.

• Comply with aircraft records procedures outlined in DA PAM 738-751.

• Ensure aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract.

• Know and understand the functions and requirements of computerized maintenance software.

• Perform aircraft recovery missions as necessary.

• Perform engine run or taxi operations.  Meet requirement to obtain certification within 12 months of employment.

• Reads and interprets manufacturers’ maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.

• A valid FAA A&P Certificate is Required.

• Union CBA provides 3 levels of A&P experience based on years of experience on the assigned MDS aircraft C-12/ King Air.

• AM-1 - Two (2) Years A&P experience is required, A valid FAA A&P certificate, with two (2) or more years of C-12/King Air experience being preferred. 

• AM-2 - Five (5) years of C-12/ King Air A&P mechanic experience, with a Valid FAA A&P certificate is required. 

• AM-3 - Ten (10) years of A&P mechanic experience is required, with a valid FAA A&P certificate AND Thirteen (13) years of C-12 experience preferred for an AM-3, under the Union CBA.

• Valid Driver's License is required. 

• Mechanic Tools are Required; Mechanic must provide their own tools and toolbox. Tools must be shadowed and etched with PID.

• Standard Forty-hour shift a week, Mon-Fri. (Schedule is dependent on flight schedule).

Security Clearance Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Govt Secret Security Clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials and authorization. US Citizenship is required to hold a US Govt Secret Clearance, and facility credentials and authorization to work at this facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Comply with the FAA regulations as applicable.

• Possesses a valid FAA Aircraft & Powerplant (A&P) license and shows compliance with FAR 65.83, recent experience requirements.

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English.

• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while maintaining professional and non-confrontational attitude.

• Ability to move freely about the interior and in the unpressurized area aft of the aft pressure bulkhead and meet aircraft specific specs for weight limit.

• Stand, squat, sit, walk, work with arms overhead for extended periods of time.

• Pull, push, lift up to 50 lbs.

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