KC-130 Aircraft Mechanic III – Airframe / 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 – Airframe / Safe for Flight to support organizational-level maintenance of KC-130 aircraft assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 12 at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan.

The successful candidate will perform advanced airframe and structural maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and servicing in accordance with applicable Navy and Marine Corps aviation maintenance procedures. This position supports aircraft readiness, corrosion prevention, 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 airframe and structural maintenance on KC-130 aircraft.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and service aircraft structures, assemblies, and associated systems.
• Support maintenance involving landing gear, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, fuel and air systems, and other assigned airframe components.
• Perform conditional and special inspections in accordance with applicable maintenance requirements and NAVAIR technical manuals.
• Perform corrosion prevention, detection, treatment, and coating system repair.
• Support aircraft washing, lubrication, and post-wash corrosion inspections.
• Identify discrepancies and complete corrective maintenance using approved technical data.
• Complete required maintenance documentation in aircraft logs, records, and applicable maintenance information systems.
• Comply with CNAFINST 4790.2 series, applicable NAVAIR publications, and local operating instructions.
• Support maintenance control priorities and aircraft scheduling requirements.
• 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 airframe or structural maintenance.
• Working knowledge of aircraft structural inspections, repair procedures, and corrosion control practices.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals, technical drawings, and applicable maintenance instructions.
• Experience documenting maintenance actions in accordance with applicable military aviation maintenance procedures.
• 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 day 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 with aircraft corrosion control, coating repair, and preservation procedures.
• 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.