CBA - VX23 - Aircraft Mechanic Egress (AME) - Naval Test Wing Atlantic (NTWL) - Patuxent River, MD

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintains assigned aircraft in accordance with Navy, manufacturer and company instructions.
• Responsible for all egress system on and off equipment maintenance on assigned squadron aircraft. 
• Removes, transports, inspects, repairs and reinstalls ejection seats. Inspects, repairs and cleans seat harnesses.
• Inventories, stores, removes and replaces seat CAD/PAD explosive items.
• Maintains environmental system on assigned squadron aircraft.
• Maintains, inspects canopy explosive devices. 
• Maintains and inspects on board oxygen generating system (OBOGS).
• Performs aircraft scheduled/unscheduled on and off equipment maintenance. 
• Performs aircraft corrosion control procedures to include wash, wipe down, polish and vacuum.
• Operates GSE, flight line vehicles and other support equipment as required.
• Supervises/assists in aircraft/equipment movement and flight line foreign object prevention walks.
• Practices good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness/prevention and safety at all times.
• Comply with all current sections of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series applicable to aircraft maintenance and ALSS.
• Working knowledge of technical publications, NAMP and NALCOMIS aircraft maintenance applications. 

Other or Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform other job related duties as may be assigned.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Qualified on ground support equipment applicable to the specialty.
• Capable of conducting on-the-job training and maintenance of Contractor personnel seat/cockpit safety checkout training records.
• Qualified and experienced in the removal and replacement of ejection seats, canopies and explosive devices, both "I" and "0" levels, and the rigging of explosive linkages/devices applicable to seats and canopy.
• Ability to perform flow checks on egress systems.
• Interpersonal skills to deal with the customer and company employees in a courteous, professional and effective manner.
• Working knowledge of environmental control systems both "I" and "0" levels.
• In-depth working knowledge of aircraft safety directives.
• In-depth knowledge of aircraft technical orders/job guides/publications—and the ability to read, interpret, follow and comprehend schematic diagrams, drawings, charts and technical publications.
• In-depth knowledge (aircraft/vehicle movement and safety/hazards) of flight line operations.
• Working knowledge (input and extract data) of computers.
• In depth knowledge of aircraft common and special tools and test equipment.
• Possess a valid US State driver's license.
• Ability to read and interpret data is required.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must have a current civilian driver’s license the ability to obtain and maintain a Government flight line driver’s license Ability to obtain and maintain level of security clearance required by the Government.

Experience & Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a graduate of a military or factory equivalent ejection seat course of instruction.
• Must have completed the appropriate T/M/S Navy Skill Specialty Class "C" school for AME or USMC, USCG equivalent.
• Must be a graduate of a military or factory equivalent ejection seat course of instruction.
• Experience in the fitting and rigging of aircraft canopy, canopy drive and locking mechanisms, both "I" and "0" levels.
• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in relevant aircraft/systems and qualified on ground support equipment applicable to the specialty.

Physical Requirements / Working Environment:

• May work in Aircraft maintenance hanger or outside.
• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.
• May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
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