Aircraft Mechanic III SKFS International IWA

This position is located in Japan.  Leads a team in the performance of aircraft maintenance, inspections, and scheduled / unscheduled maintenance. Processes the technical experience to supervise subordinate mechanics and provide technical guidance on maintenance operations on the airframe being supported. Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals. Work typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair.

• Performs both on and off equipment maintenance.
• Performs Outer Mold Line (OML) inspections, coating system repair, and corrosion control inspections.
• Coordinates maintenance efforts with Maintenance Operation Center (MOC) to ensure timely return of aircraft to mission capable status.
• Plans and coordinates shop workload and dispatches personnel as required.
• Monitors the maintenance activities of assigned personnel.
• Ensure that assigned personnel have access to and use adequate technical data during all phases of aircraft maintenance.
• Ensures personnel are trained and practice good housekeeping, tool control, supply disciplines, FOD awareness/prevention, proper disposal of materials, and safety at all.
• Monitors the status of aircraft and coordinates efforts with subordinate personnel, and MOC.
• Monitors QC reports and ensures that corrective measures are implemented to improve maintenance quality and prevent the development of adverse trends.
• Conducts inspections of aircraft and system maintenance to ensure quality and completeness.
• Annotates maintenance actions in aircraft records and is proficient in ALIS documentation.
• In coordination with the production supervisor and the training instructor, provides training to employees.
• Reviews training products for accuracy and schedules personnel for required training.
• Assists assigned personnel in researching and requisitioning aircraft parts and components and in determining reparability and serviceability.
• Reviews aircraft and equipment records and work cards to ensure required maintenance has been performed, hourly and calendar tracked events are current, and all associated documentation has been completed.
• Plans and coordinates wash, PMB, and paint schedules.
• Establishes a sound corrosion program. Inspects completed work and evaluates employee performance.
• Completes employee performance reviews.
• Monitors safety compliance.
• Provides supervisor and evaluation of employee performance and recommends actions to improve employee performance.
• Coordinates section activities in the absence of the production supervisor.
• May be selected to perform special certifications including Red X inspections.
• Shall assist other personnel and work centers as directed.
• Received cross-utilization training (CUT) and is qualified to perform those maintenance tasks.
• Shall perform other duties as directed to include TDY and travel.

Education

• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.

Experience

• A minimum of (3) years recent 5th generation fighter aircraft structures repair and corrosion control experience is required, (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory position.
• Must have knowledge of base, federal, and company procedures for the handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials.
• Must possess good communication skills and leadership ability.
• Experience in ALIS maintenance documentation highly desirable.

Licenses/ Certification/ Registration

• Must have a valid state driver’s license when required by job assignment.
• Must obtain all certifications required to perform the job requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a flight line drivers’ license. 
• Must have current Secret security clearance.

Special knowledge, skills, & abilities

• Must promote Company values, policies, and standards of conduct.
• A thorough knowledge of corrosion control techniques and base, federal, and company procedures for the handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials is required.
• Specialized, related courses are required.
• Good communication skills and leadership ability are required.
• When using a respirator, must be able to obtain a good face-piece-to-face seal.
• Must be able to work day shift, night shift, or weekend duty as required.

SKT, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer.