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Job Field: Architect / Engineering Jobs
Location: Texas

JOB SUMMARY:

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Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanic (Job Number:315178)

Description:



GSE Mechanic - diagnoses malfunctions and repairs Ground Support Equipment (GSE), advises and trains lower grade workers on diagnosis and repair of less complex repair/maintenance problems, inspects and approves completed maintenance actions, solves repair problems by studying drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics, and technical publications; uses automated maintenance data systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions, and analyzes, diagnosis, and repairs GSE using conventional and digital multi-meters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers, transistor testers, and hand tools. This mechanic maintains external fuel and grounding systems, performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on GSE, inspects, tests, and operates GSE to determine equipment serviceability and proper operation, services equipment with fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant, and compressed air, diagnoses mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test equipment, and technical publications. This work also does the following: disassembles and assembles malfunctioning GSE accessories and components, removes, disassembles repairs, cleans, treats for corrosion, assembles, and reinstalls GSE components and accessories, stencils and marks GSE in accordance with technical publications, stores, handles, labels, uses, and disposes of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations. This mechanic prepares GSE for storage and mobility deployment; and operates, cleans, inspects, and services GSE towing vehicles. In addition to maintaining vehicle records, this mechanic maintains and updates paper and electronic equipment records, provides dispatch service for GSE, including positioning equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations, practices good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage prevention, and safety at all times.

Qualifications

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REQUIRED EDUCATION:


High School Diploma. Must be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance.

Required Experience/Skills:

Minimum of four (4) years actual and recent experience in maintenance, repair, modification, and corrosion control of aviation support equipment is required. Proficiency in one or more of the following disciplines: mechanical, hydraulics, aviation electrician, avionics, sheet metal, welding, machining, NDI, gas turbine engine maintenance, diesel engine overhaul. Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, and demonstrate the ability to use a computer to order parts, research data, and document maintenance electronically is required.

Desire Experience/Skills:

Former military specialized training in aviation/aviation support equipment is desirable.

SAIC Overview:

SAIC is a FORTUNE 500A