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M1 Support Services

Aircraft Mechanic 1 - Line

M1 Support Services, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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M1 Support Services, LP 300 N. Elm Street, Suite 101 Denton, TX 76201 m1services.com

Aircraft Mechanic I - Line

Location San Diego, CA

Job Posting No 113759

Start Date 01/19/2026

Contract CFT HSM-41 North Island

Salary Range $43.11/Hour

Posting Date 12/08/2025

Union Yes

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Shift Work Possible FT/PT Full-time

Relocation No

Travel Possible

Job Summary Aircraft Mechanic I - Line performs maintenance on aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, hydraulic, engines, avionics, armament, gear boxes, rotor systems, plane captain qualifications, flight schedule and operations, ventilation and heating systems and phase and preservation services. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Responsibilities

Repairs and rebuilds all aircraft systems to include aircraft structure system, engine/gearbox/rotor system, all avionic systems. Blades and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, ensuring hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills are being used properly, wire, canon plugs, system avionic boxes, rewire, cockpit avionics, paint/corrosion on all aircraft systems.

Leadership: Able to lead, direct, assign task, handle employee personal issues, communicate with US Navy, and M1 Management effectively and a contusions daily basis. Lead a work center and multiple shifts. Ensure all areas of the work center is in compliance with all Publications, Policies, GOP, LOI.

Reads and interprets manufacturers and maintenance manuals, OPNAV 4790, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. Also local GOP,LOI, PQS, Safety Orders.

Performs 175-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections, examines engines for cracked blades and oil leaks, inspects turbine engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security, warping, wear, and missing segments.

Job duties require that this Mechanic 1 adjusts, repairs, and replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, and miscellaneous duties to include servicing aircraft.

Performs jacking and towing of aircraft, enters maintenance records, verifies work performed satisfactorily, and may service engines and airframe components at line station.

Repairs and modifies structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies; may specialize in engine repair.

Coordinate and participate in towing of aircraft, records all work performed, verifies quality, and may service/inspect/remove/install engine, airframe, electrical, ordnance components.

Specialize in one or more areas: engine/airframes/electrical/armament repair; responsible for other maintenance or administrative duties as required.

Maintain detailed records of all maintenance performed in OOMA or similar systems ensuring compliance with 4790 and safety standards.

Approve time cards for other employees.

Additional Duties

Housekeeping of all areas of work including shop; participate in FOD program.

Certifications: CDI or CDQAR (Collateral Duty Inspector, Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative).

Comply with all work site safety requirements.

Handle and dispose of Hazmat.

May need to participate and qualify in Aviation gas free program.

Obtain all support equipment licenses for job description.

Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications and Experience Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of five (5) years actual and recent O level H-60S/R/F/H Aircraft Maintenance experience or equivalent rotary aircraft experience. Minimum of five (3) years actual H60 CDI/CDQAR/QAR experience. Two (2) years must be performed at a management level is required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain all required qualifications; in accordance with instructions as outlined in CNAFINST 4790 and local work site instructions.

Will be required to complete minimum of one or multiple PQS's for classification's qualification. PQS and all requirements shall be completed within the allotted time per work site instructions.

All Work Site Positions: Job descriptions and responsibilities shall change with changes to US Navy Mission and needs.

Must be able to work all shifts. Full time employment; but 40 hour is not guaranteed per week. Working hours; must be able to be flexible, start time and end time will be dependent on flight schedule and or overall tasking.

Manage other mechanics and insure workload is completed on time.

Ability to read and interpret technical data and special operating instructions. A thorough working knowledge of applicable technical publication is required.

Proficiency with computer programs Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, NALCOMIS/OOMA.

Good verbal and written skills and leadership ability are required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC) or Rapid Gate Pass.

Prior experience with U.S. Naval repair maintenance operations on military aircraft highly preferred.

Knowledge and use of special tools/equipment required to perform assigned maintenance tasks is mandatory.

Must have a valid Driver's License.

Position may require the ability to pass and maintain a U.S. Government background security check.

Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.

Additional Requirements

Ability to work with foreign cultures and languages.

Compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations.

Must be able to handle and dispose of hazardous materials as required.

Must possess a valid state driver's license.

Working Conditions

Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Computer usage for documentation using codes and clear written and verbal English language required.

Constant use of eye sight abilities while reviewing documents, walking around work areas and constant use of English language speech/hearing abilities for communication.

Constant mental alertness around all work areas, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.

Climbing aircraft using aircraft step and all types of ladders or stands.

Standing long period of time with minimal sitting.

Ability to work under extreme weather conditions.

Work site has head, hand, hearing, eye, slip and trip hazards – use proper PPE and proper safety procedures.

Must be able to meet physical requirements associated with and pass any medical examination requirements related to performing daily assigned tasks.

Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and medical examination.

Company Overview M1 Support Services, headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies. M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or veteran status. M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or veteran status.

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