Job Information
Vertex Aerospace Lead Aircraft Mechanic - Air Force C-12 Program - Nairobi, Kenya in Madison, Mississippi
Description
Troubleshoots, repairs, and services aircraft and engine systems. Conducts diagnosis of malfunctions. Performs maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly, or adjustment of various aircraft systems in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations. Maintains FAA-required records, manuals, and inspection forms. Requires an airframe and power license.
Job Responsibilities:
In addition to being capable of accomplishing the duties required of an "Aircraft Mechanic," the individual shall also perform the following:
Schedule, direct, and monitor site operations, site personnel, and work efforts.
Ensure inventory spares and materials to include receiving, usage, reporting, shipping, transfer, scrap, and replenishment are handled using established company procedures.
Ensure timely submission of required reports and documents to Program Management and the Government.
Ensure that the site assigned company and Government-owned/operated/possessed items are maintained.
Ensure required entries are made in the aircraft logbooks, configuration records, site records, and Management Information System (MIS).
Ensure compliance with quality and safety procedures/operations at the site level.
Prepare performance evaluations on employees.
Serve as the point of contact (POC) with the On-Site Government Representative.
Administer the site operating fund.
Ensure company rules, regulations, and policies are enforced and initiate actions to correct infractions.
Advise the Regional Manager/Site Manager promptly of unresolved or developing problem areas.
Ensure L-3 Vertex ethics policies and standards are being adhered to.
In addition to meeting all the requirements of an "Aircraft Mechanic," the following is required:
A & P Mechanic with 5 years Aircraft Experience
Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of recent hands-on powerplant and airframe experience.
Must have a minimum of three (3) years of King Air/C-12 hands-on experience.
Must have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
Must qualify for and obtain a DOD "Secret" security clearance and Passport (if requested) to support contractual obligations.
Basic Qualifications:
Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of recent hands-on powerplant and airframe experience.
Must have a minimum of three (3) years of King Air/C-12 hands-on experience.
Must have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
Must qualify for and obtain a DOD "Secret" security clearance and Passport (if requested) to support contractual obligations.
Strong leadership skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills
Able to make presentations at a higher level
Excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent time management skills
Excellent decision-making skills
As a government contractor, Vertex Aerospace requires all employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment in accordance with Executive Order 14042. Exceptions to this policy are granted on a case-by-case basis for those that request a religious or medical accommodation. A vaccination status form and proof of vaccination, if applicable, are required.
Vertex is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other’s differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
