Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Lead Mechanic

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Summary: Shift Leader responsible for supporting the New York Air National Guard LC-130, C-17, B-757, A-319, L-100, C-130, Basler, Twin Otter, and other aircraft contracted by the United States Antarctica Program. Decides and sets work priorities for Mechanics and operators. Maintains equipment in serviceable conditions and preforms servicing inspections and repair of non-operational equipment. Troubleshoots diagnoses, and repairs complex problems with ground equipment in accordance with Air Force Technical Orders and Instructions. Coordinates daily with the New York Air National Guard to ensure their needs are met. Provides Airfield manager status of Runway and Skiway’s for aircraft movement. Position Responsibilities : Provides work direction and training for Flight Line Equipment Operators and AGE Mechanics Communicates, both verbally and in writing, to ensure continuity of operations during and between shifts. Sets example of professional work ethic and behavior Supervises maintenance and repair of AGE equipment in at the airfields and in town. Possesses considerable knowledge of machinery in order to diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain and repair Aerospace Ground Equipment either in the field or in a shop environment, with little supervision. Performs service, maintenance, repair and overhaul in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Interfaces with New York Air National Guard (NYANG) and US Air Force (USAF) personnel on a daily basis . Provides flight line services as required and oversees AGE mechanics. Performs work as specified on work orders or initiates work orders when required . Provides direction, verbally and in writing concerning operation and repair of AGE. Ensures work performed is in accordance with established procedures and/or manufacturer's specifications. Conducts and records weekly safety meetings. Routinely overhauls, repairs or maintains gasoline and diesel-powered equipment. Uses diagnostic equipment and procedures to diagnose and correct equipment faults. Inspects lift equipment and determines safe operability prior to issue. Operates shop equipment including load banks, welders, compressors, presses and nitrogen charging units. Performs generator set inspections and maintenance as required . Provides serviceable equipment to NYANG or USAF as requested. Maintains lines of communications with supervisor, mechanics and customers. Writes performance evaluations on AGE mechanics. Services aircraft latrines, empties urinals. Suggest and help develop new ideas to improve the quality and safety of the AGE department. Documents work performed, status of equipment, maintains records and generates reports as required . Informs AGE supervisor of discrepancies and facilities problem resolution. Recommends parts re-supply to the AGE supervisor. Sets example of professional work ethic and behavior. Provides direction and communications, verbally and in writing to ensure continuity of operations during and between shifts. Provides work direction and training for Flight Line Equipment Operators and AGE mechanics as needed. Ensures serviceable AGE is available for customer needs. Lift, move and/or install parts, assemblies or equipment up to the safety regulation maximum. May perform work outside under severe weather conditions. Ensures serviceable AGE is available for customer needs. Maintains a clean, orderly and safe work area. Works rotating shifts as required 24 hours/day. Performs duties in support of Operations Division metrics (as provided by supervisor). Supports the achievement of ASC metrics, whether metrics are directly or indirectly affected by this position's work activities. Complies with all ASC Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide documentation to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation. Works to achieve ASC goals and contractual commitments. Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace. Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace. Complies with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide documentation to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation. Performs other duties as required . Required Education, Experience, Certificates and Licenses : High School diploma or GED A minimum of five years of experience working with a combination of diesel and gasoline engines, AC/DC electrical systems, electronics, high pressure fluid and gas pumps, valves and controls, fuel burners and controls or equipment operation Expected Skills and Competencies: Complies with applicable safety, environment, health, and waste management policies and procedure. Proficient using Microsoft Office Word; ability to accurately document changes to work orders and inventory on a computer-based system. Critical problem-solving and decision-making ability; able to work under minimal supervision. Attention to detail extremely important. Must be able to use sound judgment and possess solid decision-making ability to solve problems quickly, safely, and effectively . Must be able to pro-actively identify job hazards and communicate those hazards effectively. Preferred: Two years technical school or similar military training is preferred. Welding experience is preferred. Physical and/or Other Requirements : Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods Successful completion of Medical and Dental examinations required by the NSF for deployment to Antarctica Successful completion of drug screening and background check required by employer Successful completion of Federal Background Check required by the NSF Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum as required by the position. Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold as required by the position. Must participate in community programs, such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives . Valid Driver’s License issued in the United States No clearance requirement but the contract and/or the site requires US Citizenship to be approved for access. (includes NACI / T1, MRPT, CAC): Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location. Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate , each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/ buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly , each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amentum is a drug free workplace.