RPA Aircraft Mechanic I - Deployment Pool (J)-1

About the role

The USAF is hiring an RPA Aircraft Mechanic I for the Deployment Pool (J)-1, based in Jordan. The member performs and inspects organizational and intermediate-level maintenance and modifications on RPA systems and support equipment, and supports deployments to CONUS and OCONUS locations as required, with flexibility in assigned deployment and work schedules.

Key responsibilities

• Service, repair, overhaul and rebuild aircraft, engines, landing gear, power plants, fuel systems and other components using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, rivet guns and drills.
• Diagnose engine malfunctions such as cracks and oil leaks, test engine operation and replace or repair damaged components.
• Remove and reinstall engines and major components, and adjust, repair or replace instruments, flight controls, electrical/electronic and fuel/oil systems.
• Perform aircraft services such as engine cleaning, parts lubrication and maintenance checks, and recommend improvements to maintenance procedures.
• Work independently with little to no supervision and perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• High school diploma or completion of relevant military and/or vocational technical training.
• At least one year of actual aircraft mechanic maintenance experience.
• Ability to deploy to forward locations abroad as directed by the government, including meeting OCONUS deployment criteria and pre-deployment medical screening.
• Active Secret US Government clearance within the last 12 months (US citizenship required); ability to maintain the clearance during employment.
• Current state driver's license and ability to obtain a flight-line government driver's license; valid US passport with at least two years remaining and four blank visa pages.
• Full COVID-19 vaccination with booster.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment over 50 pounds for extended periods and to speak, read and write English.

Required skills

• Basic knowledge of aircraft mechanical maintenance and repair, and of technical publications on aircraft maintenance.
• Understanding of engine, accessory and component operation, theory of flight and electronic flight controls.
• Ability to inspect and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.
• Preferred: FAA Airframe and Powerplant mechanic license, MQ-9 experience, and RPA deployment experience.