Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Lead Mechanic

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.