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Aircraft Mechanic to maintain and provide ongoing general maintenance of a Global 6500 aircraft. Perform ongoing maintenance to include routine servicing, aircraft launch, recovery,  troubleshooting & diagnosis, phase inspections and flight line repair using standard operating procedures and manufacturing specifications in the maintenance process. Requires strong ability to utilize precision tools while performing diagnois, repairs and modifications.  Perform maintenance task in a timely manner while delivering a clean, safe quality product with attention to detail on the completed task.   

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform duties within the hangar facility and aircraft movement area in a safe manner.

• Interpret and follow technical publications including basic schematic diagrams, drawings, charts, and instructions.

• Perform daily pre and post flight inspections.

• Service aircraft fuel/oil/hydraulic/oxygen/nitrogen systems

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting and repair.

• Perform rigging of engine, propeller, flight, and landing gear systems

• Troubleshoot malfunctioning mechanical, electrical and avionics systems and provide effective solution.

• Document work performed on appropriate forms and in electronic systems acceptable to the administrator.

• Provide signature of certification of the work performed.

• Maintain aircraft appearance and cleanliness.

• Submit daily, weekly, or monthly reports as required.

• “Clean as you go” in the work area and follow all safety rules.

• Work hours may be adjusted for operational requirements.

• Perform all required training assigned in a timely manner.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Lead Mechanic

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 3 – 5 years of prior relevant experience.

• 2 or more years of Jet Aircraft Experience

• Must be a US Citizen

• Current FAA A&P License

• Have a current US civilian driver's license

• Must have a basic understanding of integrated avionics

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

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and vendors

• Must be able to perform moderately strenuous physical tasks

• Must be capable of working in confined spaces or at minor elevations

• Must have working knowledge of aircraft safety directive compliance (SL, SB, AD)

• Must be able to work shifts as assigned and travel as required to support operations

• Knowledge and understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations

• Experience using common or special hand tools and test equipment as required for aircraft maintenance

• Must complete DoT drug test to determine the presence of illegal or un-prescribed controlled substances

• Must have knowledge of aircraft/vehicle movement and safety/hazards during flight line operations

• Must have knowledge of using aircraft technical publications with the ability to read and interpret basic schematic diagrams, drawings, and charts

• Experience using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as maintenance database and tracking software

• Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Avionics Experience

• Experience with jet aircraft preferred

• 2 or more years of Bombardier Global Jet Experience (Preferred)

• Avionics troubleshooting Experience (Preferred)

Original Posting Date:

2024-09-17

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $53,950.00 - $97,525.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.