Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Tactical Air Support Inc.

Aircraft Mechanic II
Reno, Nevada

Salary rate: $30.00 - $50.00

Position Summary

Tactical Air is currently seeking an Aircraft Mechanic to join our Maintenance team. This position will support Tactical Air's production and modification line, adding to a fleet of fighter aircraft with over 75 years of combined experience in tactical aviation maintenance and more than 30 years of military adversary contract maintenance. The Maintenance and Production staff are a dedicated team comprised of experienced, A&P-certified, and tactical aircraft mechanics, technicians, and logisticians who all work towards ensuring safe and seamless ground operations.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate for the Aircraft Mechanic position will be professional, highly productive, disciplined, team-oriented, technically astute, and responsive to the needs of the company, colleagues, and customers. This position will report to the Production Manager and will perform organizational, intermediate, and limited depot-level maintenance to include cleaning, corrosion treatment, inspection, operational test, repair, modification, and troubleshooting on all assigned aircraft, components, and equipment. This position will apply advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems and to provide technical assistance, guidance, and support to other teammates as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED with at least 2 years of applicable work experience.
• Current work experience in aircraft maintenance occupational field, preferably in the military or with a government aviation maintenance contractor.
• Experience with high performance military aircraft (F-5/T-38).
• Support Equipment Operator experience (Tow Tractor, N2 Servicing Trailer, Mobile Start Unit, etc.).
• Valid state driver's license.
• Must be lawfully eligible to work in the United States, complete a U.S. government I-9 form, and successfully pass a government background check.

Desired Experience/Skills

• 3rd and 4th generation aircraft systems.
• Cable and pully control systems inspection, repair and rigging.
• Aircraft fuel systems inspection, repair and maintenance.
• Aircraft hydraulic systems inspection, repair and maintenance.
• Aircraft retractable landing gear systems inspection, repair and maintenance.
• Basic sheet metal.

Physical Demands

• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds (with assistance, if required).
• Regular use of hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reaching with hands and arms.
• Regularly ascend/descend stairs and/or ladders.

Work Authorization

• Must be lawfully eligible to work in the United States and complete a U.S. government I-9 Form.
• Tactical Air Support is a Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace . Pre-employment, random, or for cause drug/alcohol testing (including for marijuana) required.
• Pre-employment and ongoing physical certifications required.
• Occasional aircraft hangar or warehouse environment with exposure to loud noises, fumes from engines and chemicals, unpredictable climate (hot/cold), and electrical shock, or trip or slip hazards.
• May be exposed to or required to handle hazardous materials.
• Specific work hours determined by operational, departmental, or contractual requirements.
• Occasional evening, weekend, holiday, and overtime work may be required.
• Occasional travel to various work sites throughout the U.S. may be required.

Tactical Air Support is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer

I understand that if an offer of employment is made, I may be required to undergo investigation into all statements and references contained in this application. Said investigation may include credit, driving, criminal background, professional references, and other background checks. By applying for this position, I authorize post-offer investigation into my background as necessary and as a condition of employment. Note: a criminal conviction does not constitute an automatic bar to employment and will be considered only as it substantially relates to the position in question.

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