Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Technician II at Kay and Associates, Inc.

, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Mar, 26

Salary

43.31

Posted On

12 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Troubleshooting, Maintenance Procedures, Mechanical Repair, Electrical Repair, Pyrotechnic Devices, Explosive Devices, Aircraft Egress Systems, Operational Checks, Chemical Sealants, Repair Parts Requisition, Housekeeping, FOD Prevention, Safety Training, Equipment Operation, Climbing Ladders, Using Hand Tools

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Task Description: Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Technician II, WG-4818-10: This occupation includes jobs involved in disassembling, repairing, testing, troubleshooting, examining, fitting, modifying, maintaining, installing, and determining serviceability of aircraft survival and flight equipment such as helmets, torso harness assemblies, preservers, parachutes, life rafts, chemical and biological protective devices, survival kits, oxygen masks, and anti-G-suits. The work includes operational and circuit checks of emergency signaling and communication devices such as survival radios and beacons. The work requires knowledge of mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance procedures, pyrotechnic and explosive devices, and aircraft egress systems. In addition, the work requires familiarity with aircraft assigned to the unit, detailed knowledge of the operation and characteristics of aircraft survival and flight equipment, and the ability to demonstrate and explain proper usage and operation of the equipment. TASK REQUIREMENTS: * Troubleshoots malfunctions on Aircrew Survival Flight Equipment. * Performs “O” Level maintenance procedures on pyrotechnic and explosive devices, and aircraft egress systems. * Read and interpret manufacturers' maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. * Performs phase, scheduled, unscheduled, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections. * Uses chemical sealants. * Requisitions repair parts, materials, and consumable supplies through military supply system. * Performs general housekeeping and FOD prevention duties. * Performs other tasks as directed. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Five (5) or more years’ experience as Aircrew Survival Flight Equipment Technician. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: * Shall have previously completed Aircrew Survival Equipmentmen (PR) “A” School. * Personnel performing Aircrew Survival Equipment maintenance and QAR/CDQAR inspections shall be ordnance certified per OPNAVINST 8023.24/MCO 8023.3. * Must be able to work 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th shift schedule as required. * Must be able work flexible work-week schedules i.e. Mon-Fri, Sun-Thur, Fri-Mon or as required. * Must be able to pass a background check. * Must satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check Local Records Check and Credit (NACLC) or Access National Agency Check with written Inquiries. * Must be able to climb ladders, raised platforms, and aircraft. * Must be able to use hand and power tools. * Must have dexterity to handle small parts. * Must be able to deploy to support off station exercises and perform other support duties as assigned. * Trained to perform Aircraft Movement Crew duties within 1 month of hire. * Trained to operate Support Equipment within 90 days of hire. * Must complete Airfield Safety/Vehicle Operator training within 90 days of hire. Compensation $43.31/hour Other Compensation Employees receive a minimum health and welfare benefit of $4.00 per hour paid up to 40 hours per week. Benefits Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in KAI’s 401k plan. Employees accrue 3.69 hours of vacation per pay period. KAI employees at Lemoore SAR have 13 paid holidays. Employment is contingent on (a) your ability to provide appropriate proof of your identity and eligibility to work in the United States; (b) your references and any background check being satisfactory to the Company; (c) you successfully passing a pre-employment drug test; and (d) your ability to get a required clearance by your effective start date, if needed; and (e) KAI commencing performance on this contract. Equal Opportunity Employer Disability/Vets

Responsibilities

The technician is responsible for disassembling, repairing, testing, and maintaining aircraft survival and flight equipment. This includes performing inspections and troubleshooting malfunctions on various equipment.