Aircraft Mechanic II

Aircraft Mechanic II

Description

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make\!

About ATAC

Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and adversary aggressor services for U.S. Navy, Marine and Air Force pilots. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight sites and two continents and comprises the world’s largest outsourced civilian, tactical airborne training organization and proudly provides the highest quality live training to Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups.

Summary

The Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for maintenance actions on Airborne Tactical Advantage Company’s aircraft as well as safe and expeditious launch and recovery flight line operations at permanent and detachment sites. The Aircraft Mechanic will also participate in inert ordnance loading, arming and downloading on ATAC’s aircraft.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintenance efforts in support of company commitments
• Proficient in one type/model aircraft and helper on additional type/model aircraft
• Utilize AMS program
• Training of maintenance personnel
• Manage assigned maintenance programs
• Assist with coordination of detachment requirements with Crew Chiefs (as necessary)
• Obtain and maintain Detachment Lead qualification
• The Aircraft Mechanic troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls
• This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls
• This mechanic performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections
• This mechanic: adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections
• Applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as; blueprints or manufactures’ manuals
• Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Additional responsibilities as delineated by Production Supervisor and Crew Chiefs
• Manage programs as assigned

Primary Objectives:

• Safety of the workforce.
• Ensure quality maintenance is performed during each maintenance action.
• Development and training of Apprentice Aviation Mechanics.
• Foster maintenance team environment.
• Ongoing personal development.
• Lead by example.

ADA Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Must be able to climb in and out of the Aircraft.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements of this position include, but are not limited to, an A&P certification and/or at least 8 years military equivalency experience and capable of performing in a supervisory, detachment lead and/or team lead role.
• Must be experienced and competent in the supervision and inspection of complex maintenance actions.
• Must have proven effective leadership experience and adept at enforcing GOP’s and safety practices.
• Performance will be continuously monitored by supervision and reviewed annually with the employee.
• Must be able to pass a medical examination to handle ammunition and explosives.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information.

Recruiting Company: Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC)

Primary Location: US-Texas-Fort Worth

Job Function: Flight Operations

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Experienced

Shift: First Shift

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Job Posting: 03/19/2026, 2:58:50 PM

Job Number: 340378