Composites Airframes Technician I Level

TASK DESCRIPTION: The incumbent of this task will perform I-Level composite structural repair to aircraft parts and components and perform "on aircraft repair" to flight control surfaces.

TASK REQUIREMENTS:

• Perform structural repairs to aircraft components and parts.
• Perform "on aircraft repair" to flight control surfaces and aircraft skins manufactured from composite/honeycomb cured materials. Materials include, but are not limited to, graphite epoxy, Kevlar, fiberglass, aramid and titanium.
• Perform aircraft component modifications.
• Assist I Level Structures and Tire Shop when not engaged in composite repairs.
• Support OJT and cross training of KAF personnel.

MINIMUM PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience at an I-Level airframe repair shop or a depot level structural repair facility, and three (3) years experience in composite repair techniques.
• Must have the following:
• Corrosion control course with knowledge of corrosion identification and treatment.
• A formal composite repair school, and have knowledge of the operation of composite repair temp/vacuum repair sets, the application of composite adhesives, and the special tools required for composite repair.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• USAF, USN, USMC, Kuwaiti, Canadian and Australian Air Force experience is also applicable to these tasks.