Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS)

Aerospace

FlightOperationsMechanic

$0–0k Patuxent River, Maryland, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Flight Operations Mechanic at Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS). Skills: Aircraft maintenance, Electronic systems repair, Aircraft structural repair. Inspect calibration, adjustment, troubleshooting, repair, modification of electronic test equipment. Perform pre-flight status and final inspection”

Industry & Context.

Aerospace
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance, U.S. Citizenship required, Interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start required, Must be able to work any shift, Subject to drug testing

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3+ years experience performing military aircraft maintenance activities, 1+ years of experience in a military or commercial aircraft environment, Military fighter or commercial aircraft maintenance experience

Nice to Have

Experience in troubleshooting electronic and aircraft systems, Experience with Aircraft Maintenance/Aircraft Structural Repair

What You'll Do.

modification of electronic test equipment

Perform pre-flight status and final inspection

Perform daily maintenance of experimental aircraft

Inspect and perform bench and flight line operational checkout

repair electrical and electronic systems

Fabricate parts without jigs and fixtures

Perform aircraft flight line operational checkout

Install or replace instruments

Perform operational checkout of hydraulic and mechanical systems

modify electronic test equipment

Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to and during preflight

replace structural parts and assemblies

Operate engines during run-ups

Troubleshoot engine run-ups

string tie wires or wire bundles

Diagnose and correct hydraulic and mechanical malfunctions

Modify aircraft components or support equipment

Install or replace reservoirs

Inspect explosive and armament installations

Install and load ejection seats and guns

Perform engine buildup

Maintain aircraft historical records

Perform composite repairs

Free ATS check

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