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LUH-72 (EC-145) Aircraft Mechanic AM-2 (FAA A&P) - Hohenfels, Germany

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Amentum

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level

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  • You must have FAA A&P certification and experience working on LUH-72 (EC-145) aircraft in Hohenfels, Germany.
  • You will perform maintenance, repairs, and inspections on LUH-72 (EC-145) helicopters, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and safety standards in Hohenfels, Germany.

Requirements

  • - High School Graduate or equivalent is required.
  • - Airbus Lakota LUH-72 / EC-145 School Training is preferred.
  • - Must have Two (2) years aviation maintenance experience, Three (3) years rotary wing/helicopter aircraft hands-on mechanic experience, and Two (2) years on the assigned MDS Airbus Lakota (LUH-72) is Required.
  • - All experience must be within the Five (5) most recent years.
  • - License: Possess a valid FAA A&P license.
  • - Tools: Candidate must provide own tools. Please contact the recruiting regarding the required Tool list.
  • - Must be able to obtain and maintain a T1/CAC NACI US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a T1/CAC NACI Clearance.
  • - Interim NACI approval required for deployment.
  • - Valid US Passport Required.
  • - Must be able to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
  • - Frequently lift parts and equipment up to 20 pounds.
  • - Occasionally lift objects up to 50 pounds.
  • - Must be immediately deployable to potential combat areas worldwide.
  • - Should have experience with civil or commercial aviation forms, records, tech manuals, and a strong working knowledge of FAR’s 43 and 91.
  • - Possess good communication skills; be adaptable, diversified and capable of troubleshooting entire aircraft system.
  • - Working knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical and associated systems principles to complete properly all probable work tasks.
  • - Knowledge of Quality Control, Production and Supply procedures required to perform job assignment.
  • - Able to determine when faulty systems or assemblies can be corrected through repair of replacement of new parts and the nature and extent of repair required.
  • - Must have skill in reading, applying and interpreting technical data.

Responsibilities

  • Perform the full range of military tactical aircraft maintenance with a primary expertise as a LUH-72 mechanic, repair functions including assembly and modification on a variety of Army and other DoD cross-service aircraft, their major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, and related systems.
  • Install, connect, and adjust complete systems such as fuel, heat, lubrication, hydraulic, engine, and transmission: install and align fuselage parts; balance, align, and install tail rotor assemblies; rig complete flight control systems.
  • Incorporate authorized modifications and changes.
  • Make operational checks of hydraulic and fuel systems using external power sources and powered ground equipment.
  • Inspect and troubleshoot to determine cause of malfunctions; disassemble to point of trouble; adjust, repair, realign or replace defective component or assembly.
  • Must be able to properly use a variety of common hand tools and measuring devices such as gauges torque wrenches and scales and test, measurement and diagnostic equipment related to specific aircraft models.
  • Must be able to determine when faulty systems or assemblies can be corrected through repair of replacement of new parts and the nature and extent of repair required.
  • Must have skill in reading, applying and interpreting technical data.
  • Direct the work of lower-graded mechanics for complete assembly, modification and checkout of the entire aircraft and coordinate with related trades such as general mechanics and sheet metal to assure proper sequence of the complete aircraft assembly process.
  • Prepare forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.
  • Perform additions duties as required.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the LUH-72 Aircraft Mechanic AM-2?

The primary responsibility of the LUH-72 Aircraft Mechanic AM-2 is to perform maintenance and inspections on LUH-72 systems, ensuring compliance with FAA standards.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

The position requires two years of aviation maintenance experience, three years of hands-on mechanic experience with rotary wing/helicopter aircraft, and specifically two years of experience with the assigned MDS Airbus Lakota (LUH-72).

Is an FAA A&P license required for this position?

Yes, possessing a valid FAA A&P license is a requirement for the LUH-72 Aircraft Mechanic AM-2 position.

What physical demands does this job entail?

The job requires the ability to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Candidates must also be able to lift parts and equipment frequently up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

Are there any specific tools required for this job?

Yes, candidates must provide their own tools for the job. They should contact the recruiting team for the required tool list.

What type of clearance is necessary for this position?

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a T1/CAC NACI US Government Clearance, which requires US citizenship, and interim NACI approval is needed for deployment.

Is any formal training preferred for this role?

Yes, formal training from Airbus Lakota LUH-72 / EC-145 School is preferred for candidates applying for this position.

What kind of knowledge and skills are important for this role?

Important knowledge and skills include experience with aviation forms and records, a working knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical systems principles, and the ability to read, apply, and interpret technical data.

Does this position require adaptation to diverse working conditions?

Yes, candidates should have good communication skills and the ability to adapt, as well as the capability to troubleshoot entire aircraft systems.

Is this job an equal opportunity position?

Yes, Amentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunity for employment without discrimination based on various protected categories as outlined in their hiring practices.

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