Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS)

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, Troubleshooting. Inspect calibration, adjustment, troubleshooting, repair, modification of electronic test equipment. Perform pre-flight status and final inspection”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Diagnose and correct hydraulic malfunctions; Diagnose and correct mechanical malfunctions

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, Hourly position governed by IAM Collective Bargaining agreement, New hires may be required to attend training, Probationary period of 120 calendar days, Contingent upon successful completion of training and probationary period, Relocation offered based on candidate eligibility

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 systems

Perform operational checkout of mechanical systems

modify electronic test equipment

Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to preflight

replace structural parts

Operate engines during run-ups

Diagnose and correct hydraulic malfunctions

Diagnose and correct mechanical malfunctions

Modify aircraft components

Modify aircraft support equipment

Install or replace reservoirs

Inspect explosive installations

Inspect armament installations

Install ejection seats

Perform engine buildup

Maintain aircraft historical records

Perform composite repairs

Free ATS check

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