PRIMARY FUNCTION:  The Aircraft Mechanic III/Flight Engineer performs assigned flight duties on C130 or P3 Aircraft as well as aircraft maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
•    Perform maintenance on aircraft, including avionics, mechanical systems, and/or ground support equipment. 
•    Repair, inspect and maintain structural, mechanical and electrical elements of the aircraft.  
•    Knowledgeable in the use of, and be able to train others in the use of a wide variety of diagnostics devices, computers, hand and mechanical tools.  
•    Provide oversight and have the ability to direct and train others in the completion of aircraft related maintenance tasks. 
•    Troubleshoot systems as required to meet customer needs.
•    Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements. 
•    Perform regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walks.
•    Maintain control tools. Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor. Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis and replace worn or broken tools.
•    Comply with safety rules and regulations while performing day to day maintenance. Promptly report all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to supervisor.
•    Enter in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verify the work was performed satisfactorily.
•    The Aircraft Mechanic III may be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
•    Beginner to intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite.  Ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs. Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred.
•    Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
•    Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 
•    Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
•    Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with other crew members.
•    Must possess effective communication skills to clearly communicate information to others.
•    Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, scanner, printers, etc.
•    Ability to follow a process.
•    Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up. 
•    Strong decision analysis and problem solving skills.  Ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
•    Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista Tactical Services, LLC goals.
•    Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
•    High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
•    Ability to multi-task.

QUALIFICATIONS: 
•    High School Diploma or equivalent required.
•    Experience supporting a NASA/DoD contract.
•    Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field required.
•    Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.
•    Shall require the following:
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant certification with Flight Engineer certification in turbo propeller powered aircraft;
OR
- FAA A&P certification with four years of active duty military experience as a mechanic on a P-3 Orion aircraft operated under USC Title 10 or C-130 Hercules aircraft.
 

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
 
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
 
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.