Aircraft Mechanic I – Egress
Location Nevada Job Posting No 111774

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Start Date ASAP Contract Nevada
Salary Range $45.70/hour Posting Date 04/10/2024
Union No FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Shift Work Possible FT/PT Full-time
Relocation No Travel Possible

The Aircraft Mechanic I – Egress will primarily perform all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft and
equipment maintenance, both on and off equipment, on assigned aircraft and equipment in accordance with
the Performance Work Statement (PWS), M1 policy, DAFI 21-101(and supplements), as well as industry
standards.

Responsibilities may include:

• Troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing,

pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems.

• This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and

functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using
hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding
equipment, rivet gun, and drills.

• This worker reads and interprets manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins,

technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of
repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.

• This mechanic performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or

calendar inspections, examines reciprocating engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks, and listens to
operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burnt valves, inspects jet
engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions,
security, warping, wear, and missing segments. Inspects jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks,
distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks, tests engine operation, using testing equipment,
such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, ammeter, and jet calibration (Jetcal)
tester, to locate source of malfunction.

• Work involves: replacing or repairing worn or damaged components, such as carburetors, alternators,

magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, and engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed
valves using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment; removing engine from aircraft, using hoist or
forklift truck, disassembling and inspecting parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and
repairing or replacing defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft.

• Job duties require that this mechanic: adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft

accessories, performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, performs
miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters,
greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.

• This incumbent supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft, enters in the maintenance records

description of the work performed and verifies the work was performed satisfactorily, may service
engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep
aircraft in safe operating condition, may specialize in work, repair and modification of structural,
precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and may specialize in engine repair.

• This worker may be required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration.
• Performs all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft and equipment maintenance, both on and off

equipment, on assigned aircraft and equipment IAW the PWS, Company Policy, AFI 21-101, and
industry standards.

• Will perform aircraft and equipment maintenance on assigned MDS aircraft in a highly “cross-

utilization/trained” environment. Will be required to perform at a high level of competency in one or

more of the following areas: repair and reclamation, weapons, electro/environmental, wheel & tire,
APG, sheet metal, composite repair, avionics, propulsion, AGE, fuels, non-destructive inspection (NDI),
and pneudraulics.

• Maintains aircraft and support equipment forms records IAW AF procedures utilizing AF Information

Systems and forms as required.

• Performs transient aircraft support. CDDAR team member. Aircraft servicing/ground handling. Phase

team.

• Maintains qualifications contained on the Special Certification Roster (SCR) as directed.
• Shall assist other personnel and work centers as directed.
• Position requires complying with unique commuting/travel requirements.

Qualifications and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of three years performing aircraft egress maintenance functions in a military environment

and attainment of an Air Force 5 level (or equivalent) is required. Egress certification required.

• Working knowledge of principles applying to aircraft systems, concepts and applications of

maintenance directives, data reporting, and using technical data is mandatory.

• Knowledge of Air Force supply and efficiency reporting procedures is mandatory.
• Knowledge of the proper handling, use, and disposal of hazardous waste and materials is mandatory.
• Must speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain the security clearance level as mandated by the government

customer.

• Must possess a current valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Must be able to move about both inside aircraft hangars and outside on aircraft ramps within close

proximity of running equipment and aircraft.

• Must be reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while

maintaining a professional and non-confrontational attitude.

• Must be able to work day, night, weekend, or overtime shifts as required.

Working Conditions:

• Position requires complying with unique commuting/travel requirements.
• Will work in aircraft hangars and outside on aircraft ramps within close proximity of running

equipment and aircraft.

• Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, or overtime shifts as required.
• May work outdoors, sometimes in hot or cold weather.
• May be exposed to contaminants.
• May be exposed to hazardous conditions, such as when standing on scaffolding or climbing ladders.
• Will be exposed to loud and persistent noise.
• Will be required to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as: safety toe footwear, safety

glasses, etc.
M1 Support Services, a woman-owned, disabled veteran, business headquartered in Denton, Texas
provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and
government agencies.

M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability or veteran status.

M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical,
Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible
Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee
Assistance Program.