C-26 Metroliner Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic

The C-26 Metroliner Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic (FAA A&P). Performs organizational and intermediate level maintenance on C-26 aircraft. 

(**Union CBA - Level of Mechanic is based on years of specific C-26 hands-on A&P mechanic experience).

• AM-1 Requires - Two (2) Years A&P experience is required, with two (2) or more years of specific C-26 required.

• AM-2 Requires - Five (5) years of C-26 hands-on A&P aircraft mechanic experience is required. 

• AM-3 Requires - Ten (10) years of A&P mechanic experience, and Thirteen (13) years of C-26 specific aircraft experience required. 

• US Citizenship is Required to obtain the Secret Clearance, and for base access to facility.

• 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.

• Valid FAA A&P Certificate is Required.

• Union CBA Site, provides 3 levels of A&P experience, based on specific years of experience on the MDS aircraft assigned, C-26 Metroliner.

• AM-1 Requires - Two (2) Years A&P experience is required, with two (2) or more years of specific C-26 required. 

• AM-2 Requires - Five (5) years of C-26 hands-on A&P aircraft mechanic experience is required. 

• AM-3 Requires - Ten (10) years of A&P mechanic experience, and Thirteen (13) years of C-26 specific aircraft experience required. 

• Valid Driver's License required. 

• Mechanic Tools and Toolbox are required, must provide own tools, tools need to be shadowed and etched with PID.

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 and Physical 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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