Job Summary:
The Aircraft Battery Technician is responsible for managing, operating, maintaining, utilizing, and repairing various types of aircraft and non-aircraft battery systems and charging equipment. This includes handling nickel-cadmium, silver-zinc, and lead-acid batteries. The technician will ensure compliance with NASA instructions, aircraft technical manuals, and equipment manufacturer maintenance manuals. The role involves conducting on-the-job training (OJT) or having a minimum of four years of progressive experience in an aircraft battery lab.
Key Responsibilities:
Battery Management and Maintenance:
- Operate, maintain, and repair aircraft nickel-cadmium, silver-zinc, and lead-acid batteries.
- Manage and utilize government-provided battery equipment and charging systems for both aircraft and non-aircraft lead-acid batteries.
- Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of all battery charging stations and National Instruments DAQ cards in accordance with the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
Quality and Safety:
- Assist with shop quality and facility safety configurations.
- Ensure technical and safety provisions are in place for existing or future shops.
- Follow all applicable NASA instructions and technical manuals to safely service all assigned batteries.
Data Management and Reporting:
- Complete workbooks for all charging stations to ensure traceability.
- Compile data for reporting usage frequency, maintenance cost, and obsolescence of laboratory equipment, tools, instruments, and batteries.
- Maintain comprehensive computer and hard copy records on all equipment and batteries.
Process Improvement:
- Review current processes and provide input for new techniques or equipment upgrades to enhance capability, reduce costs, and improve shop efficiency.
Coordination and Communication:
- Coordinate with purchasing personnel to order, receive, serialize, and track non-aircraft lead-acid batteries.
- Interface with NASA operations engineers and aircraft personnel to establish battery charging requirements and coordinate battery service and maintenance.
Training and Cross-Training:
- Cross-train in other contract duties as needed.
- Provide cross-training to new employees and coworkers as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
- Stand for extended periods, stoop, bend, and lift batteries with assistance or lifting equipment.
Compliance:
- Undergo and pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.
Qualifications:
- Solid understanding of aircraft battery and charging equipment electrical systems.
- Ability to participate in on-the-job training (OJT) or have four years of progressive experience in an aircraft battery lab.
- Familiarity with NASA instructions, aircraft technical manuals, and equipment manufacturer maintenance manuals.
- Strong data management skills, including maintaining detailed records and compiling reports.
- Excellent coordination and communication skills to interface with engineers, purchasing personnel, and aircraft personnel.
- Ability to assist with quality and safety configurations in the shop.
- Physical ability to stand, stoop, bend, and lift batteries with assistance or lifting equipment.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with National Instruments DAQ cards and calibration processes.
- Knowledge of safety and technical provisions for battery handling and maintenance.
- Experience in process improvement and cost reduction strategies.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Successful candidates will undergo a background check and pre-employment drug screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Wage Information:
The Hourly Wage Range for this position is between $30.00 and $33.15
