SCA Aircraft Mechanic III - Lead - Avionics
A person in this position does the following; maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures, structural components and engines of complex to extreme difficulty, maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components, and applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation.
This worker also applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals. Work typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems. A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. is required.
The incumbent must possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike, must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule. This worker will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records, and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.
Installs and troubleshoots avionics systems wiring in aircraft in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations. Fabricates, installs and tests installation, routing, clamping and wiring harnesses. Reads wiring diagrams and blueprints.
Directs the work of an assigned group of five or more employees, one of which is in their own classification, as specifically delegated by supervision, exercising a complete knowledge of the work operation performed, machinery and equipment used and the skill, craft or trade practices required, demonstrating the ability to communicate, direct, guide, train, instruct, advise and gain the cooperation of others in the satisfactory completion of the work performed in the area assigned.
Makes all necessary preliminary preparations and determines the most practical and economical methods and sequence of operations and assigns work to best utilize available skills, equipment and other such resources.
Performs satisfactorily work of the level required of the leads basic classification as well as any of the work performed by the assigned group. Lays out parts and/or work, sets up machines, tools or equipment, and runs or assembles first articles etc., for demonstration purpose to other employees or group lead. Checks own work and work of others to verify quality of workmanship. Notifies individual workers of discrepancies or errors in workmanship and gives guidance and instruction with respect to appropriate corrective measures and/or methods of improvement.
Coordinates with other organizations such as Planning, Scheduling, Programming, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, Tooling, Manufacturing Control, Inspection etc. to facilitate expedient resolution to problems that may otherwise delay timely completion of work. Keep supervision advised of potential problems, group performance, safety problems, and workmanship etc. Instructs assigned group to insure good housekeeping and safety practices.
Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years of experience.
Preferred Qualification: A&P license
Northrop Grumman Corporation is a leading global security company whose 75,000 employees provide innovative systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems and technical services to government and commercial customers worldwide.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce regardless of age. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
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