UC-35 Cessna Citation Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic (FAA A&P)

About the role

The Army needs an FAA A&P certified aircraft mechanic to service, repair and overhaul assigned UC-35 Cessna Citation aircraft and their subsystems to keep them airworthy. The position is based in Kuwait and requires US citizenship, a US Government Secret security clearance and the ability to deploy.

Key responsibilities

• Service, repair and overhaul aircraft and subsystems, using technical data to troubleshoot and replace faulty components
• Repair and replace aircraft structures such as wings and fuselage, rigging, surface controls, plumbing and hydraulic units
• Inspect engines for oil leaks, examine turbine blades for cracks, and run diagnostic tests on engines
• Remove and reinstall engines, disassemble and repair engine parts, and perform line-station maintenance such as flushing crankcases, cleaning screens, greasing and checking brakes
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins and technical orders
• Perform engine runs and other duties as assigned, possibly in remote or austere environments

Required profile

• Valid FAA A&P Airframe and Powerplant certificate and US citizenship (required for Secret clearance)
• Seven years of experience as an A&P mechanic, including seven years of hands-on UC-35 Cessna Citation experience
• Recent full-time aviation maintenance experience on the UC-35 Citation in the last 12 months; formal maintenance training on the aircraft is desired
• US passport with at least 18 months remaining and ability to obtain a Kuwait visa
• Ability to pass CENTCOM (CRC) deployment training and Army MOD17 medical, and to move freely inside the aircraft and stand for long periods
• Own toolbox with tools etched with PID (the company ships a toolbox to Kuwait)

Required skills

• Knowledge of aircraft subsystems, maintenance parameters, system operation, limitations and technical orders
• Ability to read, write and interpret technical documents
• Effective communication with all levels of staff