Description: Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) is a Professional & Technical Management Consulting firm with over 20 years of consulting experience. We offer technical professional services to Federal and State Governments, and Commercial clients. ICMS is a Small Business and Certified HUBZone employer. We deliver value to our clients by combining deep industry knowledge with strong functional capabilities. Our focus is to manage cost-effective programs while at the same time mitigating risk and improving results. Our success is about teamwork, a coordinated effort from all disciplines, from clients to consultants and most important, it’s about delivering on our commitments. ICMS is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic I – Sheet Metal (Night Shift) to provide aircraft maintenance services to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) for the Medium Range Surveillance (MRS) Product Line. To ensure that aircraft remain in top condition, ALC currently completes program depot maintenance (PDM) (described as a total overhaul of an airframe) every four (4) years on each of the USCG’s aircraft. During the overhaul process, any required repairs, modifications, and/or upgrades are also completed during this process. ALC may also complete overhauls and repairs for various other Government aircraft and components. In support of the USCG’s PDM program, the USCG requires Aircraft Maintenance Services (AMS) for aircraft, components, Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and various other parts and components in support of USCG aviation. For this position, the specific aircraft that will be maintained will include the USCG HC-144 A/B and HC-27J. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of the position will include but not limited to: • Documents maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements • Maintains high state of cleanliness and utilize a clean-as-you-go process when executing maintenance duties • Performs regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walk-downs • Maintains situational awareness and mitigate risks • Complies with processes and procedures as per DHS/Department of Defense (DoD) documents and publications • Maintains and controls tools. Reports missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the site supervisor immediately upon discovery Inventory and inspect tools IAW ALC INST 13600.1 on a regular basis and identify when to replace worn or broken tools. • Cleans work area as necessary, assuring all flammable or otherwise hazardous materials are properly stored; handles and disposes of hazardous materials in accordance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements • Complies with safety rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work area. Promptly reports accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to the site supervisor • Uses Government computer system to access various technical references for airframe repairs and Government training requirements • Provides satisfactory customer service • Services, repairs, and overhauls aircraft to ensure airworthiness • Troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneumatic, engines, auxiliary power unit, propellers and propeller gearboxes, ventilation, and heating systems. • Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills • Reads and interprets manufacturer’s and airline’s maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components • Performs progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections • Examines engines for any abnormalities IAW the OEM’s maintenance manual such as engine/hydraulic leaks, general wear and tear, chaffing lubrication line, electrical harnesses and other components associated with the engine • Examines the propeller system for delaminated, damaged, chipped, or worn propeller blades. Also inspect the propeller gearbox for any abnormalities IAW the OEM’s maintenance manual such as lubrication leaks, general wear and tear, chaffing lubrication line, electrical harnesses and other components associated with the propeller system. • Inspect jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security, warping, wear, and missing segments • Inspects jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks • Replaces or repairs worn or damaged components, alternators, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment • Removes engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck • Disassembles and inspects parts for wear, cracks, and airworthiness • Repairs or replaces defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft • Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories • Performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections • Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing gearboxes, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes • Supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft • Enters in the maintenance record description of the work performed and verify the work was performed satisfactorily • May service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition • May specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and may specialize in line maintenance engine repair • Provides technical direction to Aircraft Mechanic Helpers and Aircraft Workers • Ability to perform sheet metal, plastic, and composite depot level repairs on fixed or rotary wing aircraft • Ability to perform major airframe repairs or modifications • Ability to use applicable airframe repair procedures and/or DHS/DOD engineering approved procedures in performance of tasks resulting in safe, mission ready aircraft • Experience in performing airframe repairs that utilize various glues, resins, fiberglass, epoxy, pro-seal and/or other chemical reactive consumables as per applicable aircraft technical references • Experience in reading and interpreting drawings • Ability to form, shape, and fabricate aircraft stringers, bulkheads, access panels, doublers, inspection plates, box-beams, fairings/cowlings for fuselage applications and on primary flight control surfaces. Requirements: • Shall be citizens of the U.S. • High school diploma or equivalent • Four (4) years of documented experience performing aircraft maintenance on fixed or rotary wing aircraft or demonstrated experience performing aircraft maintenance as an Aircraft Helper on this contract • Four (4) years of documented experience performing aircraft sheet metal repairs on fixed or rotary wing aircraft • Ability to operate all GSE equipment associated with fixed wing airframes (scissor lift, etc.) • Gas Free Engineer qualified • Forklift qualified • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently • Possess computer skills to include a basic knowledge sufficient to complete internet searches and prepare/edit documents utilizing word processing or spreadsheet applications • Shall be capable of using cumbersome Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) operations. Physical Requirements: • Shall be capable of performing tasks that frequently require lifting, reaching, bending, walking, pulling, sitting, standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, and stretching for prolonged periods of time. • Shall be capable of performing tasks in cramped, awkward, and strained positions and/or climbing up and down ladders, work platforms, scaffolding, and aircraft structures. • Shall be capable of carrying items up to 40 pounds and on heavier items shall seek assistance of other workers or weightlifting devices. Full-time Night Shift: Monday-Thursday 3:30pm-12:00am Friday 2:30pm - 11:00 pm Pay Rate: $41.77/hr. - including $1.00/hr. (night shift differential) Benefits: • Health & Welfare Benefits as covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance • Life and Accidental AD&D Insurance • 401K Retirement plan • Generous sick and vacation leave based on seniority ICMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #ZR
See More Details >>Aircraft Mechanic I (Sheet Metal) Qualifications All the qualifications listed below are required for this position: • Four (4) years of documented experience performing aircraft sheet metal repairs on DHS/DoD aircraft platforms, or the following will be considered: • A&P License with three (3) years documented experience performing aircraft maintenance on fixed or rotary wing aircraft. • Ability to perform sheet metal, plastic, and composite depot level repairs on DHS and/or DoD aircraft. • Ability to perform major airframe repairs or modifications. • Ability to use of applicable airframe repair procedures and/or DHS/DoD engineering approved procedures in performance of tasks resulting in safe, mission ready aircraft. • Experience in performing airframe repairs that utilize various glues, resins, fiberglass, epoxy, proseal, and/or other chemical reactive consumables as per applicable aircraft technical references. • Experience in reading and interpreting drawings. • Ability to form, shape, and fabricate aircraft stringers, bulkheads, access panels, doublers, inspection plates, box-beams, fairings/cowlings for fuselage applications and on primary flight control surfaces. • High school diploma or equivalent (unless higher education is required for a particular job category). • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently. • Shall be a citizen of the U.S. • Possess computer skills to include basic knowledge sufficient to complete internet searches and prepare/edit documents utilizing word processing or spreadsheet applications. • Shall be capable of performing tasks that frequently require lifting, reaching, bending, walking, pulling, sitting, standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, and stretching for prolonged periods of time (applies to all industrial areas and aircraft touch labor categories). • Shall be capable of performing tasks in cramped, awkward, and strained positions and/or climbing up and down ladders, work platforms, scaffolding, and aircraft structures (applies to all industrial areas and aircraft touch labor categories). • Shall be capable of carrying items up to 40 pounds and on heavier items shall seek assistance of other workers or weightlifting devices (applies to all industrial areas and aircraft touch labor categories). • Shall be capable of using cumbersome Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) operations (applies to all industrial areas and aircraft touch labor categories). Aircraft Mechanic I (Sheet Metal) Tasks The Aircraft Mechanic I (General, Electrical, Avionics, and Sheet Metal) duties shall include, but are not limited to: • Service, repair, and overhaul aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure airworthiness. • Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces, and controls, anti-icing, pneumatics, hydraulics, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems. • Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills. • Read and interpret manufacturers and airline’s maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. • Perform progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections. • Examine the propeller system for delaminated, damaged, chipped, or worn propeller blades. Also inspect the propeller gearbox for any abnormalities IAW the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) maintenance manual such as lubrication leaks, general wear and tear, chaffing lubrication line, electrical harnesses, and other components associated with the engine. • Inspect jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security, warping, wear, and missing segments. • Inspect jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks. • Test engine operation, using testing equipment to locate source of malfunction. • Replace or repair worn or damaged components, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, engine mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment. • Remove engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck. • Disassemble and inspect parts for wear, cracks, and airworthiness. • Repair or replace defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft. • Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories. • Perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections. • Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes. • Supervise the jacking and towing of aircraft. • Enter in the maintenance record description of the work performed and verify the work was performed satisfactorily. • May service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition. • May specialize in work, repair, and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and may specialize in engine repair. • Provide technical direction to Aircraft Mechanic Helpers and Aircraft Workers. • Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements. • Maintain high state of cleanliness and utilize a clean-as-you-go process when executing maintenance duties. • Perform regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walk-downs. • Maintain situational awareness and mitigate risks. • Comply with processes and procedures as per DHS/Department of Defense (DoD) documents and publications. • Maintain and control tools. Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the on-site supervisor immediately upon discovery. Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis and identify when to replace worn or broken tools. • Clean work area as necessary, assuring all flammable or otherwise hazardous materials are properly stored; handle and dispose of hazardous materials in accordance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements. • Comply with safety rules and procedures and perform work in a manner that enhances the safety of procedures to the on-site supervisor. • Use Government computer system to access various technical references for airframe repairs and Government training requirements. • Provide satisfactory customer service. LOGMET is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer: we welcome and encourage all individuals, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply! If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact LOGMET’s Human Resources Department Manager directly: HR@logmet.com, 1.888.765.1154, Ext.4.
See More Details >>Summary This vacancy is for a WG - 3806 - 08/10, Sheet Metal Mechanic (Aircraft) located in the Department of Homeland Security, United States Coast Guard, Aviation Logistics Center, Medium Range Surveillance Product Line (MRS), Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Promotion Potential: If this position is filled at a level below the full performance level, the selectee may be promoted without further competition. This implies no promise or guarantee of a promotion. Responsibilities Developing patterns and templates lay out, cutting, forming, joining, assembling, and installing various aircraft metal structures. Evaluating structural damage to sheet metal systems, structures or items in order to plan and layout, repair and modification projects involving many different honeycomb materials, and alloys. Demonstrating or explaining proper techniques, methods of operation, and safety practices. Bending or forming items to a variety of angles or curves with varying pitch or circumference. At the WG-08 level, will perform intermediate level aircraft sheet metal mechanic tasks by assisting in developing patterns for the installation of various aircraft metal structures. Duties may include; evaluating structural damage; examining aircraft hulls, and metal structures; and sing complicated measuring instruments and shop mathematics to figure irregular cures, angles, and pitch. As experience is gained, the employee will be expected to perform additional tasks with increasing proficiency and independence. Requirements Conditions of Employment All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Key Requirements: U.S. Citizenship is required. Applicant is required to meet the physical requirements of the position. The position requires a valid state driver's license. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Qualifications Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than the length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope, and quality of all experience and training, regardless of where or how acquired. Applicants will be rated and ranked based on their knowledge of the following job elements: Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment, the veteran must be 1) be a preference eligible; or 2) be a veteran separated after 3 or more years of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement. (Note: Veteran's preference does not apply under Merit Promotion procedures. View VEOA information on Feds Hire Vets. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications click here Additional Information Applicants will be required to complete questions contained on the Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) at the time a tentative job offer is made. Certain responses on the form could pose a problem with suitability for employment determinations. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete/make updates to the OF-306 and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, or imprisonment. DHS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about e-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at click here Moving expenses will not be paid. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. More than 1 selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 45 days from the date the certificate was issued. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the application and hiring process, please contact 410-636-7207. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Visit Reasonable Accommodation
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Elizabeth City, NC typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with a projected job growth of 0.2% from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $800 per week in Elizabeth City, with the potential to earn over $44,000 annually for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
