C-26 Metro-liner / Merlin Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic (FAA A&P) – Columbus, OH.

The C-26 Metroliner Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic (FAA A&P). Performs organizational and intermediate level maintenance on C-26 Metroliner aircraft. 

(Level of Mechanic is based on years of specific C-26 hands-on A&P mechanic experience).

• An (FAA) A&P Certificate is Required.

• US Citizenship is Required to obtain the US Govt Secret Security Clearance and base access for this work site.

• Hands on C-26 Metroliner experience is strongly preferred, (details are below in Minimum Requirements).

• Is responsible for servicing, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying aircraft systems to ensure continued airworthiness. 

• These tasks are performed on avionics & electrical systems, engines, flight controls and airframe components.

• Repairs are performed using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills.

• Comply with aircraft records procedures outlined in DA PAM 738-751.

• Ensure aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract.

• Know and understand the functions and requirements of computerized maintenance software.

• Perform aircraft recovery missions as necessary.

• Perform engine run or taxi operations.  Meet requirement to obtain certification within 12 months of employment.

• Reads and interprets manufacturers’ maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent is Required.

• A valid (FAA) A&P Certificate is Required.

• Union CBA Site, provides 3 levels of A&P experience, based on specific years of experience on the MDS aircraft assigned, C-26 Metroliner.

• AM-1 Requires - Two (2) Years A&P experience is required, with two (2) or more years of specific C-26 being preferred. 

• AM-2 Requires - Five (5) years of C-26 hands-on A&P aircraft mechanic experience is required. 

• AM-3 Requires - Ten (10) years of A&P mechanic experience, and Thirteen (13) years of C-26 specific aircraft experience required. 

• A valid Driver's License is required. 

• Mechanic Tools are Required; Mechanics must provide their own Tools and Toolbox. Toolbox must be shadowed, each tool to be etched with mechanic PID.

• Must be willing and able to work and/or rotate for a multiple shift operation.

Security Clearance Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Govt Secret Security Clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. US Citizenship is Required to obtain a Secret Clearance, and for facility credentials and authorization to work at this facility.

FAA A&P AR95-20 Medical Requirements:

• Medical/Physical. All personnel performing engine runs, ground taxi, ordnance loading, or operating self-propelled support equipment within Ten (10) feet of the aircraft silhouette must pass a physical examination from a qualified medical professional prior to conducting these operations, and subsequently on a specified periodic basis, not to exceed Five (5) years.

Physical and Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to move freely about the interior and in the unpressurized area aft of the aft pressure bulkhead and meet aircraft specific specs for weight limit.

• Stand, squat, sit, walk, work with arms overhead for extended periods of time.

• Pull, push, lift up to 50 lbs.

• Comply with the FAA regulations as applicable.

• Know, understand and comply with the requirements outlined in the contract performance work statement (PWS).

• May be required to work and/or rotate for a multiple shift operation.

• Possesses a va