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Aircraft Mechanic I (Aviation Ordnance)

M1 Support Services
United States, California, San Diego
Dec 09, 2025
M1 Support Services, LP 300 N. Elm Street, Suite 101 Denton, TX 76201 m1services.com Aircraft Mechanic I - Aviation Ordnance Location San Diego, CA Job Posting No 113757 outside bar) to the bottom of the page and click on the "Apply for this position" button. 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 - Aviation Ordnance will be responsible for performing maintenance on various components of military aircraft, specifically focusing on H-60 series helicopters, including the MH60-R. Your duties will span across a variety of systems, including airframes, engines, avionics, landing gear, rotor systems, and more. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 1. Aircraft System Repair & Rebuilding: o Perform repairs and rebuilds across all aircraft systems, including structure, engines, rotors, avionics, hydraulic units, and flight surfaces. o Use tools and equipment such as welders, drills, rivet guns, and sheet metal brakes to maintain aircraft parts. 2. Technical Document Interpretation: o Read and interpret maintenance manuals, technical data, and service bulletins to plan and execute repairs on malfunctioning or damaged aircraft components. 3. Aircraft Inspections & Testing: o Conduct regular maintenance inspections (175-hour, progressive, phase, and periodic Hourly and calendar inspections) to detect cracks, leaks, corrosion, or wear on components like engines, turbine blades, and hydraulic systems. o Use testing equipment for engine operations and replace damaged parts. 4. Flight Support Maintenance: o Perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections. o Service aircraft (flushing gearboxes, cleaning filters, greasing moving parts, checking brakes). 5. Aircraft Handling: o Jack, tow, moving aircraft, spotting aircraft and maintain aircraft in safe operational condition. o Enter maintenance records and ensure all repairs are documented correctly. 6. Leadership & Supervision: o Lead and supervise junior mechanics, ensuring safety and quality during all tasks. 7. Specialization Areas: o Potential to specialize in areas like engine repair, airframe maintenance, or avionics. All MH60-R Aviation Ordnance 8. Safety & Quality Compliance: o Ensure compliance with all safety and quality procedures, including Hazmat handling and FOD (Foreign Object Damage) prevention. o Participate in safety programs and perform housekeeping duties in the shop. Page 2 of 3 o Maintain detailed records of all maintenance performed in OOMA or similar to OOMA systems ensuring compliance with 4790 and safety standards. Additional Responsibilities: * Participate in Aviation Gas Free Program and obtain necessary support equipment licenses. * Comply with all safety protocols, training requirements, and emergency response duties. * Maintain necessary certifications such as Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) or Quality Assurance Representative (QAR). Qualifications and Experience: * Education: High school diploma or equivalent. * Experience: o Minimum 5 years of experience with H-60 series aircraft (or equivalent rotary aircraft experience). MH-60R experience preferred. o At least 5 years Aviation Ordnance, MH60-R CDI/CDQAR experience. * Certifications: Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications in line with U.S. Navy instructions (e.g., CDI, QAR). Ordnance certification shall be required to obtain. * Security Clearance: Must be able to pass and maintain a Tier 3 Background Check. Some roles may require a secret clearance. * Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret technical data, manuals, and special operating instructions. * Language Skills: Must be able to read, write, and understand English. Additional Requirements: * Ability to work with foreign cultures and languages. * Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and medical examination. * Ability to meet physical requirements for the position. * 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. Page 3 of 3 * 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 shall use proper PPE and proper safety procedures. 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 several 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.