Aircraft Mechanic I Iwakuni, Japan

This position is located in Iwakuni, Japan and works on the military base. We offer relocation funding, a generous sign on bonus, generous pay, and a great team work environment.

The Aircraft Mechanic I role performs aircraft corrosion control to include washing, cleaning, corrosion detection, corrosion removal, metal treatment, and touch up painting. Assists in the preparation of the aircraft and/or components for repaint.

• Strips, treats, and paints aircraft and parts IAW the requirements specified in applicable technical manuals.
• Applies corrosion treatment and removes corrosion by chemical and mechanical means.
• Performs both on and off equipment maintenance.
• Performs aircraft wash
• Performs Outer Mold Line (OML) inspections, coating system repair, and corrosion control inspections.
• Performs tasks with minimum supervision.
• Detects and treats corrosion.
• Assists in ordering supplies and maintaining bench stock levels.
• Practices good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness/prevention, and safety always.
• Wears the appropriate safety equipment for corrosion treatment and painting operations.
• Conducts on-the-job and proficiency training.
• Annotates maintenance action in aircraft records and required forms and is knowledgeable in ALIS documentation.
• Operates portable fire-fighting equipment.
• Disposes of spent chemical/hazardous waste IAW regulations and company policies.
• May be selected to perform special certifications including Red X inspections.
• In coordination with the section supervisor and the training specialist, provides on-the-job training of employees and evaluation of employee qualifications.
• Shall assist other personnel and work centers as directed.
• Receives cross-utilization training (CUT) and is qualified to perform those maintenance tasks.

Experience

• A minimum of (1) years recent experience in 5th generation fighter aircraft structures repair and corrosion control
• A working knowledge of corrosion treatment and prevention methods is required.
• Must have knowledge of procedures for handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Experience in ALIS maintenance documentation highly desirable.

Licenses/ Certification/ Registration

• Must obtain all certifications required to perform the job requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a flight line drivers’ license.
• Must have current Secret security clearance.

SKT, Inc. is an EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer. Japan offers additional pay in exchange for a full benefit package. For any of our international employees, we offer an annual stipend to off-set tax preparation expenses.