UH-60 Aircraft Mechanic AM-I (Powertrain) Prop & Rotor - Barstow-Daggett, CA.

The UH-60 Aircraft Mechanic AM-1 (Powertrain) Prop and Rotor Mechanic inspects and performs maintenance on aircraft powertrain systems and components according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals and safety procedures.

• Removes, replaces, and installs powertrain quills, transmissions adapting parts, rotary wing hub and subcomponents.

• Disassembles friction dampers and hanger assemblies.

• Disassembles, repairs, reassembles, adjusts, balances and aligns powertrain components, systems and subsystems to include main and tail rotor hub assemblies according to directives.

• Applies corrosion preventative procedures.

• Cleans, preserves, and stores powertrain components.

• Uses and performs operator maintenance on ground support equipment, common and special tools. 

• Performs limited maintenance operational checks.

• Performs scheduled inspections and assists in performing special inspections.

• Requisitions bench stock for repair of powertrain systems and subcomponents.

• Prepares request for turn ins and repair parts and powertrain components.

• Prepares forms and records related to aircraft maintenance. 

• Removes and disassembles defective parts of the aircraft.

• Maintains the supplies and perform preventive maintenance.

• Performs additional duties, including maintenance duties, as requested.

• Adheres to company policies and safety programs (Safety-first mentality).

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is Required.

• U.S. military technical school or specialized training course on the UH-60 is desired; certification of education level is required.

• Valid (FAA) A&P Certificate is preferred.  (optional)

• Three (3) years aviation maintenance experience, two (2) years rotary wing aircraft experience, and two (2) years on the assigned UH-60 Blackhawk Mission Design Series (MDS). 

• Must have Two (2) years of documented Prop and Rotor hands-on experience on the UH-60 Blackhawk OR possess a Valid (FAA) A&P certificate.

• All experience must be within the Six (6) most recent years.

• A valid Driver’s License is required.

• Mechanics must provide their own tools/toolbox. Tools to be etched with PID and toolbox shadowed for each tool. (Recruiter will provide toolbox requirements to candidate).

• Shift Work Required; Must be willing and able to work any shift assigned under the Union CBA. (day shift, swing shift, night shift, and/or weekend shift (if applicable).

• Must be eligible to obtain a Valid US Passport and be able to travel internationally if requested for operational requirements (applicable to OCONUS work sites).

Security Clearance Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Govt NAC-I (T1) Public Trust Clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. US Citizenship is Required for facility credentials/authorization to work at this facility.

Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft powertrain systems and subsystems and repair.

• Basic knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, hydraulic press machine, and those listed in the assigned MDS Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC).

• Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information System

• Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects

• Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by an aircraft powertrain mechanic.

• The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended 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