Science & Engineering Services, Inc. POBox 6787. Huntsville, AL 35813-0787 Phone: (256) 858'()106 • Fax (256) 858-3830
Posted On: Closing On :
18 Apr 12 15 May 12
Category: Department:
Aviation/LSF Division
Shift:
Varies
Location:
Huntsville, AL,Ft.Drum NY,Continental US,Possible Overseas
Job Type:
Aircraft Mechanic
Education :
High School
Duration: Travel:
>8 months per year
Job Description: Job Description : Services , repairs , and overhauls aircraft and aircraft engines to
ensure airworthiness. Repairs, replaces , and rebui lds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage , and functional components including rigging, surface controls , and plumbing and hydraulic units , using hand tools, power tools , machines, and equipment such as shears, sh eet metal brake, we lding equipment, rivet gun, and drills. Reads and interprets manufacturers' and airline's maintenance
manuals, service bulletins, and other speCifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components . Examines engines for cracked cylinders and
oil leaks, and listens to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burnt valves . Inspects turbine blades to detect cracks or breaks. Tests engine operation, using testing equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, and ammeter, to locate source of malfunction.