The Weapons Mechanic II performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on M240D machine guns and other associated equipment, mounts, squibs, CAD/PAD, and shop support items in accordance with company Standard Operating Procedures and the PWS.

Skills & Responsibilities:

• Performs cleaning and corrosion treatment on gun system components. Removes and replaces aircraft-installed weapons systems components and equipment.
• Removes and installs guns. Perform flight line functions including preflight and postflight weapons requirements to include guard duties as directed—document all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms and IMDS.
• Follows established armory and maintenance room security procedures. Complies with Flightline munitions accountability requirements IAW AFI 21-201.
• Performs Red X and IPI inspections. Practices good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness/prevention, and safety at all times.
• Applies technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufacturers' manuals.
• Performs basic helicopter ground handling procedures such as towing, jacking, and refuel/defuel.
• Operates Ground Support Equipment.
• Participates in FOD walks.

Qualifications:

• Recent experience at the 5 level (or equivalent) as a Weapons/Armament specialist (1 year within the last 3 years).
• Knowledge and experience in technical, safety, and environmental issues involving Weapons maintenance.
• Must possess a comprehensive understanding of Weapons technical procedures.
• USAF or equivalent Weapons formal military training required.
• Extensive knowledge of Weapons maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, technical publications, special tools, test equipment, and safety procedures required.
• Weapons qualifications and munitions are handling certifications as applicable.
• Working knowledge of IMDS and other computer programs.
• Ability to move about both inside aircraft hangar and outside on aircraft ramp within close proximity of running equipment and aircraft.
• Willing to travel on occasion.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)