CBA - Aircraft Mech - UH60 (Paraloft, ALSS) - Naval Test Wing Atlantic (NTWL) - NAS Patuxent River, MD

Summary
- Inspect, maintain, repair, and certify aircrew survival, flight, and protective equipment to ensure operational safety and mission readiness. Perform detailed corrosion treatment, seaming/stitching, fastener replacement, and calendar-based inspections of flight gear and SAR equipment.

Key Responsibilities
- Perform preflight, postflight, turnaround, conditional, and scheduled inspections (28-, 30-, 90-, 180-, 182-, 360-, 364-day) on aircrew survival systems.
- Inspect, maintain and repair flight gear including CMU-33, AE, PRU-70, TRI‑SAR vest, and helmets (OTO, HGU‑84, HGU‑56, HGU‑102) and swimmer helmets.
- Maintain, inspect and repair Search & Rescue equipment and SAR swimmer gear.
- Sew, stitch, tack materials; install/replace fasteners, grommets, and pop (speedy) rivets; operate and maintain sewing machines and loft equipment.
- Detect and treat corrosion on flight/survival gear; use aircraft hand tools, special tools, and test equipment.
- Operate parachute lofts and survival equipment work centers.
- Read and interpret technical documentation (blueprints, manufacturer manuals) to solve moderate-to-complex technical problems.
- As required, become certified as a CDI (Configuration Data Integrity) and/or QASO (Quality Assurance Surveillance Officer).
- Support multiple aircraft types (MH-60S/R, H-1, TH‑57, SAR H-60S).

Knowledge & Skills
- Strong experience with aircrew survival systems and flight protective equipment maintenance.
- Proficient in sewing machine operation and textile repair techniques.
- Ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and maintenance instructions.
- Familiarity with OOMA (or equivalent maintenance/ordering system).
- Solid troubleshooting and hands-on repair skills with aircraft tools and test equipment.
- Excellent attention to detail and safety-focus.

Preferred / Required Experience
- Recent hands-on experience with MH‑60S/R, H‑1, TH‑57, and Search & Rescue H‑60S strongly preferred.
- Certifications in CDI and/or QASO a plus or required per site needs.

 

 

Employee benefits include the following:

• • Healthcare coverage
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Retirement plan
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off, including holidays and leave of absences
  • Eligible Tuition Reimbursement
  • Learning and Development resources
  • Employee assistance resources 

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.