The Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of rotor-wing aircraft, with a primary focus on UH-60 Black Hawk and UH-1 platforms. This position ensures all helicopters meet FAA and company safety, quality, and performance standards while supporting operational readiness in a collaborative team environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections, maintenance, and repairs on UH-60, UH-1, and other supported helicopters.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and structural issues in accordance with OEM manuals, FAA regulations, and company SOPs.
• Conduct component removal, installation, adjustment, and rigging of flight controls and related systems.
• Accurately complete all aircraft maintenance documentation, ensuring compliance with FAA and company record-keeping standards.
• Use approved tools and calibrated equipment to maintain aircraft to airworthy standards.
• Coordinate with pilots, crew chiefs, and maintenance leadership to prioritize and execute maintenance tasks effectively.
• Assist with parts requisition, inventory control, and ensuring proper material handling.
• Support field maintenance operations, including AOG (Aircraft on Ground) situations, as required.
• Participate in quality control reviews, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Workplace Safety:

• Adhere to OSHA and FAA safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with company Safety Management System (SMS).
• Identify, report, and mitigate workplace hazards and unsafe practices.
• Promote a “Safety First” culture among all maintenance and inspection personnel.
• Wear and enforce use of required personal protective equipment (PPE).

SOP/KPIs:

• 100% compliance with FAA regulations and company maintenance procedures.
• Zero tolerance for preventable safety or quality incidents.
• Timely completion of scheduled inspections and repairs to meet aircraft availability targets.
• Accurate and complete maintenance documentation.
• High reliability metrics (minimal post-maintenance discrepancies).

Team Support:

• Work collaboratively with pilots, engineers, and other maintenance staff.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior mechanics when assigned.
• Assist other departments to achieve overall mission success.
• Maintain best practices and a positive working environment with all parties at the worksite.
• Coordinate with other departments to achieve outlined goals.
• Respond to communications (e-mails, meeting requests, Teams messages, etc.) set by team members in a timely and friendly manner.
• Learn Smartsheet’s project management software and take ownership of assigned projects.  Aid in the evolution of usage of this platform by spearheading best practices adoption.

Qualifications:

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of rotor-wing aircraft maintenance experience.
• Experience on UH-1 and/or UH-60 platforms strongly preferred (military or civilian).
• Prior experience in Part 135, Part 145, or Part 91 operations – Strongly preferred
• Knowledge of FAA regulations (CFR Parts 43, 91, 135, 145) and industry standards

Required Behaviors:

• High ethical standards and strong personal integrity
• Unwavering attention to detail
• Safety-conscious mindset
• Commitment to continuous improvement and learning

Hard Skills & Education:

• Strong understanding of rotor-wing airframes, engines, hydraulics, electrical, and avionics systems.
• Familiarity with UH-60/UH-1 technical publications and maintenance requirements.
• Computer literacy, including maintenance tracking software (e.g., Quantum, CAMP, or similar).
• High school diploma or GED required; technical school or associate degree preferred.

Specific Soft Skills (examples):

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Time management and task prioritization
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure

Working conditions

• Work may be performed in hangars, on flight lines, or in field/deployed locations
• Exposure to noise, vibration, moving machinery, and varying weather conditions
• May require shift work, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability
• Possible travel to support remote operations, training, or AOG response.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain helicopters to airworthy standards with a focus on UH-60 and UH-1 platforms.
• Complete accurate maintenance documentation and communicate findings.
• Safely operate ground support equipment and maintenance tools.
• Support flight operations and readiness with minimal downtime.

Physical requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand, kneel, bend, and reach for extended periods
• Visual acuity to detect cracks, corrosion, or wear
• Manual dexterity for operating tools and equipment
• Must pass an initial and reoccurring fit for duty exam

Direct reports

None