Perform journey-level, skilled, technical work in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of helicopters, airplanes and related equipment.
Evaluate work to be performed in terms of time required, parts needed and costs involved.
Perform aircraft, engine and systems inspections, service and repairs in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations, manufacturer's manuals, notices and bulletins.
Diagnose and repair maintenance discrepancies on airframe, engine, transmission, propeller, rotor systems, gearboxes, control assemblies, instrumentation, accessories, electrical and related systems and equipment.
Participate as crew member in aircraft maintenance check flights to aid in aircraft troubleshooting and diagnostics.
Set up and operate vibration analyzer, bar field tester and other electrical and electronic testing equipment to evaluate rotor and other components and perform related repairs.
Conduct flights with pilots to observe and record findings and/or participate in test flights.
Perform maintenance on aircraft NiCad and/or lead acid batteries, including capacity tests and deep-cycle charging.
Perform maintenance on facility fuel system equipment, order fuel and manage fuel deliveries.
Enter data into logbooks and related maintenance records and forms in a neat and efficient manner.
Assist in maintaining the inventory of necessary equipment, parts and materials.
Requirements :
Education : High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED). Successful completion of a factory helicopter/airplane maintenance-training course is highly desirable.
Experience : Three years of journey level experience in the inspection, repair and maintenance of helicopters, airplanes, and related equipment.