Job Description

**This position is located outside of the United States in Iwakuni, Japan.  

Responsible for producing replacement parts and new parts in making repairs of metal parts of mechanical equipment. Interprets written instructions and specifications, planning and laying out of work, using a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments, setting up and operating standard machine tools.

• Repairs or fabricates aircraft repair parts and/or special tools.
• Reads and interprets Technical Manuals, technical drawings, blueprints, sketches and other written or oral instructions used to repair, fabricate, and manufacture aircraft repair parts and special tools.
• Safe operation of manual and automated computerized shop equipment including, but not limited to:
  1. Metal working lathes
     1. Drill press
     2. Grinders
     3. Metal cutting and bending tools and equipment including automated water-jet cutters
     4. Milling machines
     5. Operates various computerized control boxes and various computer software in the operation of various pieces of machinery
• Estimates man-hours and materials required to repair or fabricate aircraft repair parts or special tools.
• Determines, by using Company provided reports, priority of work to be accomplished.
• Orders and maintains authorized stocks of repair parts and other supplies necessary to accomplish job tasks. Maintains supply economy and discipline.
• Maintains calibration records and keeps assigned Test Measuring Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) within current calibrations.
• Performs and records operator maintenance on all assigned tools and equipment.
• Completes maintenance documentation accurately using applicable Maintenance Data Documentation (MDD) system and required forms, as required by job assignment.
• Directs incoming and outgoing aircraft to assist pilot’s maneuvering of aircraft, using visual hand or light signals.
• Operates motor vehicles, machines and special purpose equipment as required by the job assignment.
• Performs prescribed cleaning, preservation and operator maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment. Performs housekeeping duties in immediate work area.
• When selected, attends schools and classes, which are designated by the Company for employees in the assigned classification.
• Uses approved methods and publications in the performance of the assigned job.
• Performs the duties of lower classified employees within the line of progression when assigned.
• May be allowed to occasionally perform those assignments of employees holding the next higher classification in the line of progression in order to qualify for promotion except for Aircraft Mechanic to Aircraft Technical/NDT Inspector.
• Completes and maintains records and reports as required by job assignment.
• Demonstrates job procedures and assists in the on-the-job training (OJT) of employees within the classification as required.
• Performs imaging technology (scanning and other related) functions as required by the job assignment.
• Disposes of hazardous materials related to job assignment.
• Performs duties using automated equipment and software utilized in the functional assignments.
• May remove and reinstall cowlings, panels, and fairings necessary to gain access to work within his classification.
• When assigned to the flight line, provide customer support during launch and recovery and aircraft security as required.
• Shall perform other duties as directed to include TDY and travel.

SKT, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer. For a general description of benefits, please visit: https://www.sktcorp.com/career-center/