Attachment_J.5_Job_Descriptions.pdf

N61331-17-R-0006 Attachment J.5

Source Selection Information – See FAR 2.101 and 3.104

J.5 JOB DESCRIPTIONS

Aircraft Mechanic III (Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic)

Capable and experienced to perform all task of Aircraft Mechanic I & II but with a minimum of 10+ years’ experience in multiple category and class of aircraft or an in-depth knowledge of specific category and class of aircraft. Experience should also include an extensive knowledge and understanding of aircraft weight and balance calculations, aircraft record keeping, aircraft modifications and installations of STC equipment. Shall possess an IA (Inspector Authorization) or other FAA approved authorizations through

Repair Station approvals necessary to evaluate and approve major aircraft modifications.

Electronics Technician IV

Performs non-routine and complex assignments involving responsibility for planning and conducting a complete project of relatively limited scope or a portion of a larger and more diverse project. Selects and adapts plans, techniques, designs, or layouts. Contacts personnel in related activities to resolve problems and coordinate the work; reviews, analyzes, and integrates the technical work of others.

Supervisor or professional engineer outlines objectives, requirements, and design approaches;

completed work is reviewed for technical adequacy and satisfaction of requirements. May train and be assisted by lower level technicians. Performs at this level one or a combination of such typical duties as:

Designs, develops, and constructs major units, devices, or harnesses; conducts tests or experiments;

analyzes results and redesigns or modifies equipment to improve performance; and reports results.

From general guidelines and specifications (e.g., size or weight requirements), develops designs for equipment with critical performance requirements which are difficult to satisfy such as multiple voltages, research instruments, avionics installations, GPS / INS installations or special purpose circuitry.

Analyzes technical data to determine applicability to design problems; selects from several possible design layouts; calculates design data; and prepares layouts, detailed specifications, parts lists, estimates, procedures, etc. May check and analyze drawings or equipment to determine adequacy of drawings and design.

Plans or assists in planning tests to evaluate equipment performance. Determines test requirements, equipment modification, and test procedures; conducts tests using all types of instruments; analyzes and evaluates test results, and prepares reports on findings and recommendations. Requires FAA certification such as A&P mechanic certification, Inspection

Authorization or FAA Repair Station Repairman certification.

Engineering Technician IV

Performs non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity, using operational precedents which are not fully applicable. Such assignments, which are typically part of broader assignments, are screened to eliminate unusual design problems. Receives technical advice from supervisor or engineers;

review work for technical adequacy or conformity. May be assisted by lower level technicians and have frequent contact with professionals and others within the establishment. Performs at this level or a combination of such typical duties as:

Develops or reviews designs by extracting and analyzing a variety of engineering data. Applies conventional engineering practices to develop, prepare, or recommend schematics, designs, specifications, mechanical drawings, electrical drawings, aircraft loading and parts lists. Examples of designs include: detailed circuit diagrams; hardware fittings or test equipment involving a variety of mechanisms which are interfaced together.

Conducts tests or experiments requiring selection and adaptation or modification of a wide variety of critical test equipment and test procedures; sets up and operates equipment; records data, measures and records problems of significant complexity that sometimes require resolution at a higher level; and analyzes data and prepares test reports.

Applies methods outlined by others to limited segments of research and development projects;

constructs experimental or prototype models to meet engineering requirements; conducts tests or experiments and redesigns as necessary; and records and evaluates data and reports findings.

Should have an in-depth knowledge of re-manufacture, painting and spectral finishes of test targets used for test programs to include replica M20, M12, TM62, TM46, VS1.6, VS2.2, obstacle targets such as hedge hogs, Tetrahedron, Sea Urchin and similar surrogate targets.

Requires FAA certification such as A&P mechanic certification with Inspection Authorization or FAA

Repair Station Repairman certification.

Senior Helicopter Pilot

Pilots qualified to transport passengers under FAA Part 135 requirements, cargo and external loads under FAA Part 133 or for other purposes such as aerial survey / photographing areas of the earth's surface for mapping and other photogrammetric purposes; dropping cargo, and carriage of various internal or externally mounted systems or cargo. Maintain proficiency in aircraft emergency procedures.

Reviews aircraft documents to ascertain factors, such as weight and balance, loading, fuel supply, weather conditions, flight route, and schedule. Orders changes in fuel supply, load, route, or schedule to insure safety of flight. Reads gauges to verify that oil, hydraulic fluid, fuel quantities, and cabin pressure are at prescribed levels prior to starting engines. Starts engines and taxies aircraft to heliport or runway. Contacts control tower by radio to obtain takeoff clearance and instructions. Pilots aircraft to destination adhering to mission profiles and regulations and procedures of Federal Government, company and customer. Logs information, such as time in flight, altitude flown, and fuel consumed.

Must hold Commercial Helicopter Pilot's Certificate issued by Federal Aviation Administration. Must have experience in over land, over water, mountainous terrain operations. Must have considerable experience in various Class A&B external load operations and be currently authorized to perform pilot in command operations for Class A&B External Loads. Must have experience flying Night Vision Goggle

(NVG) equipped aircraft. Must have open water ditching / survival training. May instruct equipment operators or pilots in operation of aircraft regarding mission essential requirements. May pilot helicopters or single, twin engine airplanes. Should be familiar with both civilian and military operating procedures, low-level day and night operations over land and water ranging from near shore to 20 miles offshore. Must be experienced flying precision patterns at 50 feet agl to 10,000 agl, day / night, land and sea, target areas using precision GPS tracking systems. Must be experience operating in remote locations with few resources available and have extensive knowledge operating in a wide variety of military and civilian airspace and landing zone environments.

Program Manager, Aviation / Aerospace

A program manager in aviation and aerospace is responsible for a preparing proposals and leading projects in aviation and aerospace. They must know the fundamentals of air transport, airport operations, and airline revenue management. Their responsibilities may also include field and management support, grant administration, funding and building client relationships for aviation and aerospace companies. They work closely with engineers, planners, aircraft maintenance professionals, flight crews and government officials.

Aviation and aerospace program managers most often work full time during regular business hours;

however, they may need to work additional hours depending on the needs of the project. They most often work in a business office environment, but may be outside of the office for meetings and to provide direct oversight to ongoing projects and logistical needs.

Program managers have a large amount of responsibility within the aviation and aerospace environment. Time management skills are extremely important for them to effectively carry out the demands of this profession. They must be team-oriented, because the large scale of the projects that they work on demands a significant amount of communication and cooperation.

Program managers in aviation and aerospace are typically professional engineers with a bachelor’s degree in aerospace or a related engineering field or have FAA certifications and significant experience in the field of aircraft maintenance and operations. They are required to be registered as a professional engineer in their respective state or hold equivalent FAA credentials and have significant relative experience. They are also expected to know aviation policies and safe aviation practices to effectively carry out their duties. At this level, a substantial amount of experience is also required, typically at least

10 years with considerable experience in the specific size and type of aircraft to be managed (large fixed wing, small fixed wing, helicopter, etc.)

Manage staffing and successful performance of team members.

Develop timelines for the program.

Manage the implementation, coordination and reporting for programs or contracts.

Budget and Track program costs.

Must be experienced planning and performing flight and maintenance operations in remote locations with few resources available and have extensive knowledge operating in a wide variety of military and civilian airspace and landing zone environments.