Head Aircraft Mechanic (Non-Jet) jobs in Bakersfield, CA

ZENETEX has become a major force in the field of aircraft maintenance. We proudly support all four branches of the military in performing Organizational, Intermediate, and Depot level aircraft, ground vehicle, and component maintenance. We employ over 800 qualified Aircraft Mechanics across the United States and overseas. A new Contractor Field Team (CFT) award has created the opportunity for an experienced Ordnance Mechanic (Aircraft Mechanic II). This position will be part of an Intermediate-level maintenance team supporting FRCW Det China Lake NAWS. This is a union position with a salary of 42.50/h This posting will be for future employment

The Ordnance Mechanic will perform a variety of repairs and preventive maintenance on aircrafts armament equipments. Specific responsibilities may include:

Operates and performs operator maintenance on armament weapons support equipment and aircraft armament equipment.
• Conducts "I" level functional tests of racks, launchers, adapters and electrical components, aircraft armament circuits and maintains them in an operational status by appropriate preventive maintenance.
• Procures supplies, maintains records, prepares reports, and utilizes publications pertinent to aviation ordnance and aircraft armament equipment.
• Performs quality control of work accomplished.
• Performs maintenance on Bru 32 and LAU 127

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 4 years of aviation maintenance experience
• Possess a strong knowledge base of Maintenance Instruction Manuals (MIMs), maintenance publications, orders, and directives
• Demonstrated knowledge of fluids and gases and the principles of their use, as applicable to hydraulic/pneumatic systems

• Must be able to and pass any medical examination requirements related to performing daily assigned tasks, as well as meet the associated physical requirements

• This position will require U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a National Agency background check, which could include a criminal history and credit check for access to government facilities.

ZENETEX is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.