About AVMAC LLC:

AVMAC was founded by two former Naval Aviation Maintenance Officers, Bert Ortiz and Don Buzard, who collectively have more than eight decades of experience assigned to, or directly supporting, both carrier and amphibious aviation.

AVMAC’s corporate staff and leadership team employ many with similar backgrounds and experience, which makes it a highly knowledgeable force multiplier to their customer base. The company prides itself on hiring, recruiting and training veterans as it continues to serve the Department of Defense and the Department of Transportation Homeland Security and commercial customers nationwide.

Position Summary: A highly skilled and detail-oriented F/A-18 COM/NAV Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) is responsible for performing, inspecting, and verifying the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of communication and navigation systems on F/A-18 aircraft. This role ensures that all COM/NAV system work is completed in accordance with Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) standards and safety protocols.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Troubleshoots malfunctions in F/A18 airframe, weapons, and engine electrical systems of moderate difficulty at the organizational maintenance level. This technician repairs, replaces, and rebuilds electrical system wiring, connectors, and components using hand tools, power tools, and applicable test equipment. This technician reads and interprets manufactures maintenance manuals service bulletins, technical data, engineering data and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing damaged wiring, malfunctioning or damaged components.
Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufacturers manuals. Work typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures, and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft wiring systems. The ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems. A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tension meters, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. is required.
Must possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to Electrical/mechanical engineers and customers alike must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule. This mechanic will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Required:

High school diploma or GED required and must be capable of operating support equipment
Level II – Five (5) years previous experience as an COMNAV Technician. (CDI Experience). Must be capable of attaining Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) within required timeframe.
Working knowledge of the COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 Series.
Training to include NAMTRGD Navy AME “A” or factory equivalent ejection seat and environmental control system course of instruction.
Knowledge of naval maintenance publications, maintenance requirement cards, and the ability to document maintenance utilizing the Naval Aviation Logistics Command Information System (NALCOMIS).

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

Ability lift and carry items weighing up to fifty pounds and occasionally lift heavier items with the assistance of other workers.
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods.
This position requires normal physical functions.
Work may be performed on top or under equipment in cramped or awkward positions.
Normal color perception required.
Required to work in areas in the hangar and on the flightline that are noisy and dusty.
Exposed to heat, cold and wind

Individuals who are interested in this position should demonstrate the following qualifications and personal attributes:

A comprehensive background in maintenance practices.
Developed technical skills and experience relevant to their areas of responsibility.
Proficiency in researching, reading, and interpreting engineering drawings, technical manuals, and applicable directives.
Strong technical writing abilities, with an emphasis on clarity and accuracy. An observant, alert, and inquisitive disposition.
A commitment to promoting operational stability and excellence in performance.
Motivated and a personal drive to continually expand their technical knowledge and expertise.
The ability to collaborate effectively and work well with others.

What We Offer: (benefits vary based on FT, PT, or On-Call status)

Benefits offered include Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Employer-paid Life insurance, long-term disability and short-term disability

Paid time off -including 11 Holidays (8 hours per holiday)

Participation in the AVMAC LLC 401(k) plan

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

AVMAC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse workplace and affirm equal opportunity for all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law, including affirmative action for qualified individuals with disabilities and veterans.

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COMM/NAV Tech II