KC-130 Aircraft Mechanic III – Flightline / Safe for Flight in at Resicum International LLC

Company: Resicum International LLC
Program: KC-130 O-Level Maintenance and Corrosion Abatement
Duty Location: Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Iwakuni, Japan
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Status: Contingent Upon Contract Award

Position Summary

Resicum International LLC is seeking an experienced Aircraft Mechanic III – Flightline / Safe for Flight to support organizational-level maintenance and flightline operations for KC-130 aircraft assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 12 at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan.

The successful candidate will support aircraft launch and recovery operations, perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshoot aircraft discrepancies, and assist with maintaining aircraft readiness. This position requires advanced maintenance knowledge and the ability to support maintenance priorities and safe flight operations.

Aircraft Mechanic III personnel may also be assigned site leadership and maintenance control responsibilities. The designated Site Supervisor will provide on-site oversight of contractor personnel, coordinate maintenance activities, and support quality and workforce management requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled KC-130 maintenance in support of flightline operations.
• Conduct aircraft inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, and discrepancy correction.
• Support aircraft launch, recovery, movement, and operational readiness requirements.
• Perform maintenance on assigned aircraft systems in accordance with applicable technical manuals.
• Support aircraft ground operations and comply with approved Ground Operations Procedures.
• Assist with aircraft maintenance priorities, project assignments, and daily flight schedules.
• Perform required maintenance documentation in aircraft logs, records, and applicable maintenance information systems.
• Support corrosion prevention, aircraft washing, and other maintenance requirements as directed.
• Comply with CNAFINST 4790.2 series, applicable NAVAIR publications, and local operating instructions.
• When assigned Safe for Flight responsibilities, perform required reviews and release aircraft in accordance with the local Safe for Flight checklist and applicable procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to other maintenance personnel as assigned.
• If designated as Site Supervisor, oversee contractor personnel, coordinate shift coverage, maintain on-site leadership, and serve as a primary contractor point of contact for site operations.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience performing military aircraft maintenance in a flightline or operational maintenance environment.
• Working knowledge of aircraft inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, and maintenance documentation.
• Ability to interpret aircraft technical manuals and maintenance publications.
• Experience supporting aircraft ground operations and flightline maintenance activities.
• Ability to work within the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program and comply with CNAFINST 4790.2 series requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required installation access credentials and background investigation eligibility.
• Must be able to work the assigned night shift at MCAS Iwakuni.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous KC-130 or KC-130J maintenance experience.
• Previous U.S. Navy or U.S. Marine Corps aviation maintenance experience.
• Experience supporting aircraft launch and recovery operations.
• Experience with Safe for Flight procedures and aircraft release processes.
• Current or previous Quality Assurance, CDI, CDQAR, or QAR qualifications.
• Experience supporting maintenance control or supervising aviation maintenance personnel.

Contract Contingency

This position is contingent upon Resicum International LLC receiving the contract award. Employment and anticipated start dates will be dependent upon contract award and the Government-approved transition and performance schedule.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Resicum International LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.