CBA Aircraft Ordnance II QASO - (F18) - NTWP - China Lake, CA.

Job Description:

• Required to maintain and service the aircraft armament equipment, upload, download of ordnance stores/devices and performance of systems tests/checks as required in support of the squadron.
• These services are to be provided at the O-Level maintenance on assigned aircraft types.
• Function as assistant ordnance crew leader, certified QASO to ensure all operations are performed safely and correctly in support of RDT&E programs.
• Candidate is required to become qualified/certified and maintain qualifications and currency on ALL T/M/S aircraft assigned to VX-31.
• Routine lifting in excess of OSHA standards is required.
• Routine ordnance loading will require team lifts of ordnance items up to 167 pounds' load share per team member, in accordance with standard USN procedures.
• Diagnose, repair, replace, and or rebuild aircraft ordnance related components of moderate difficulty, such as installation and removal of aircraft pylons/stores/devices utilizing hand tools and power tools.
• Read and interpret manufacture's publications, maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components, inspects ordnance components for cracks, and other damage as required.
• Troubleshoot, remove, replace, and repair aircraft ordnance system components.
• Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft systems.
• As directed by site operations and site management, may be certified as a CDI.
• Shall be able to correctly prioritize workload to maintain schedules and maintenance standards on assigned projects.

Essential Job Functions:

• The candidate for this task is required to maintain and services the F-18 (Series) Ordnance related systems/components as required in support of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 31 RDT&E Programs in accordance with applicable publications and governing instructions.
• Applies technical knowledge of Ordnance related systems principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skill in restoring equipment operation, evaluates performance and reliability of prototype or production mods, and recommends changes to installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance.
• Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve Ordnance systems problems by interpreting manufacturer's manuals or similar documents.
• Could be required to fill Phase Shop position.

• Repair, replace, and or rebuild aircraft ordnance and related components of moderate difficulty, such as installation and removal of pylons/stores/devices utilizing hand tools and power tools.
• Read and interpret manufacture's publications, maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components, inspects ordnance components for cracks, and other damage.
• Troubleshoot, remove, replace, and repair aircraft ordnance system components.
• Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft systems.
• As directed by site operations and site management, must be certified as a CDI.
• Shall be able to correctly prioritize workload to maintain schedules and maintenance standards on assigned projects.

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• Shall have ten (10) years of experience supervising the loading and arming of all types of conventional ordnance on aircraft, three (3) of which must have been within the last 10 years on similar type aircraft and shall have been a T/M load team member.
• Shall be certifiable to adhere to conventional/experimental ordnance aviation ordnance loading.
• Shall be able to meet and sustain all physical requirements.
• Must have completed AO "C" school.
• Shall be able to maintain all required Naval Ordnance management records to meet Navy standards for "O" level ordnance shops.
• Routine lifting more than OSHA standards is required.
• Routine ordnance loading will require team lifts of ordnance items up to 167 pounds' load share per team member, in accordance with standard USN procedures.
• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a current U.S. Secret clearance and be able to maintain it.
• Must be available to work any shift.
• Travel may be required.

Benefits include the following:

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays.
• Learning and Development resources.
• Employee assistance resources.

• Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.