Aircraft Mechanic II (Sheetmetal) at Kay and Associates, Inc.

Del Rio, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

39.58

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sheetmetal, Aircraft Maintenance, TCTO Compliance, Troubleshooting, Repair, Modification, Documentation, Tool Control, FOD Prevention, Safety Programs, Quality Programs, Technical Manual Interpretation, Corrosion Prevention, Coatings Application, Oxygen System Servicing, Shift Work

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

PENDING CONTRACT AWARD AIRCRAFT MECHANIC II (23022) Specialty: Sheetmetal Location: Laughlin AFB, TX Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite Clearance: National Agency Check plus Written Inquiries w/ Credit Check (NACI) | CAC required Summary Supports installation of T-6A Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) 1T-6A-876. This TCTO modifies the T-6A Texan II aircraft to install the Automatic Backup Oxygen System (ABOS) in accordance with the Air Force Instructions (AFI), applicable technical data, and federal contract requirements. Mid-level aircraft mechanic supporting T-6A aircraft TCTO compliance. Essential Functions * Perform complex aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repair, and modification * Document maintenance actions in aircraft logs and approved maintenance systems * Ensure compliance with Tool Control, FOD, safety, and quality programs * Perform other duties as assigned Duties * Technical Directive compliance and modifications * Support Equipment (SE) operation and inspections * Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and directives * Troubleshoot and repair aircraft systems * Document maintenance actions per AFI requirements Qualifications * Must have two (2) years of aircraft maintenance experience and should have experience guiding/instructing/mentoring less experienced technicians. * Must be knowledgeable of corrosion preventative treatments and coatings/chemicals. Must have two (2) years of experience preparing aircraft metal surfaces for application of corrosion preventative treatments and be skilled in the application of USAF/DoD authorized treatments/coatings that inhibit/prevent corrosion. * Aircraft environmental systems and oxygen servicing experience highly desired. * Must be able to work, day, swing or mid shift as required * NACI and CAC required Physical Requirements Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting up to 50 lbs., standing and walking for extended periods, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in confined or elevated spaces. Requires sufficient manual dexterity and vision to use tools and inspect aircraft systems. Must be able to work in high-noise environments, wear required PPE, and work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Compensation * $39.58/hour + $2.65 H&W Benefits: Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in KAI’s 401k plan. Employees have a minimum of eleven paid holidays. Vacation/PTO IAW with applicable wage determination Labor Relations Notice: The Company respects employee rights under applicable labor laws. Nothing in this posting interferes with lawful collective activity. Contract Contingency: Employment is contingent upon contract award, funding, background investigation, and clearance eligibility. EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Veterans. No retaliation for protected activity.

Responsibilities

This mid-level role involves performing complex aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repair, and modification on T-6A aircraft, specifically supporting the installation of the Automatic Backup Oxygen System (ABOS) via TCTO 1T-6A-876. Responsibilities include documenting all maintenance actions accurately in approved systems and ensuring strict compliance with technical directives, tool control, and safety programs.