C-12/King Air Transport Aircraft Mechanic (FAA A&P) - Ft. Knox, KY

The Army C-12 / King Air Transport Aircraft Mechanic (FAA A&P) Performs organizational and intermediate level maintenance on Army C-12 / King Air 200/350/1900 aircraft. 

• A valid FAA A&P Certificate is Required.

• Union CBA provides 3 levels of A&P experience based on years of hands-on maintenance experience on the assigned aircraft C-12/ King Air (B200/350/1900/ PT6).

• US Citizenship is Required to obtain the US Govt Secret Clearance and for facility/base access at this site location.

• 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.

• 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 Twelve (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.

• Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is Required.

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

• Union CBA Site offers 3 levels of A&P mechanic employment, based on the number of specific years of A&P experience on the MDS Army C-12/King Air B200/350/1900, PT6 aircraft assigned.

• AM-1- Two (2) Years of A&P mechanic experience Required, with a minimum of two (2) years specific C-12/King Air hands-on experience preferred. 

• AM-2 - Five (5) years of C-12/King Air specific hands-on A&P aircraft mechanic experience is required. 

• AM-3 - Ten (10) years of FAA A&P mechanic experience, and Thirteen (13) years of specific C-12/King Air aircraft experience is required. 

• Must have the 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.

• A valid Driver's License is Required. 

• Shift Work Required: Must be willing and able to work any shift assigned, per the Union CBA. May be required to work an occasional rotating weekend, when required by the flight schedule.

• (Site currently operates Two shifts: First Shift - 0600-1430 and Second shift-1400 - 2230. Shifts will be bid and assigned by seniority).

• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance and able to pass/clear the (AR-95-20) Pre-employment Medical. (details below).

(AR95-20) A&P Mechanic Pre-employment 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. (BMI Body Mass Index below 40 is required).

Security Clearance Requirements:

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

Physical and Additional Qualifications:

• Possesses a valid FAA Aircraft & Powerplant (A&P) license and shows compliance with FAR 65.83, recent experience requirements.

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English.

• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while maintaining professional and non-confrontational attitude.

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

• Pull, push, lift up to 50 lbs.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company