Aircraft Mechanic
Core
Maintain the NC Forest Service Aviation Division's aircraft and serve on flight crews to assist in wildfire suppression.
Role type
Aircraft Mechanic (FAA licensed)
Builds
Fire detection and suppression, airborne pest control, water quality monitoring, hazard reduction burning
Domain
Public sector / Aviation / Fire Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Aircraft repair, turbine engine repair, hydraulic systems, electronic Airworthiness (AD/SB) search, FARs compliance, component testing
Preferred skills
EPA type I/II/III/Universal technician certification
Technologies
Electronic Airworthiness systems, maintenance tracking systems
Responsibilities
Perform testing and checks on all aircraft components and systems required by maintenance manuals; maintain aircraft for fire suppression and support flights; serve on flight crew during wildfire suppression
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC