Description:
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Product Repair/Mod Technician C for a contract opportunity in Joint Base Charleston, SC.
Onsite
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): -Regular and predictable attendance is required. -Must be willing and capable of travel both domestically and internationally 50% - with short notice and for extended periods, anywhere in the world and for potentially extended periods of time. (Must obtain and possess current passport). -Willing and able to work outdoors in various weather conditions. -Must be able enter in confined spaces with an entry opening of 10"X18". -Minimum of 3 years' experience working from heights & using fall protection equipment with weight limitations of 225lb or lower. -3+ years' experience having the ability to read, understand, and interpret basic engineering drawings and technical specifications. -3+ years' experience in detecting hazardous working conditions and safety problems via a regular check of equipment and work area. -3+ years' experience in repair, maintenance, and retrofit processes and practices.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: -Assemble, disassemble and/or modify systems by changing, removing, replacing or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes. -Oversees assembly, disassembly or overhaul. -Configures aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment. -Troubleshoots complex pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components. -Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components. -Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g., repairs, test results, applicable modifications and inspection results). -Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight worthiness requirements. -Oversees training. -Works under general direction. -Must be able to pass Ground Operations Personnel (GOP) and air respirator medical physicals and maintain qualification/certification.
Project they will be working on: Specific project, beyond line of sight modifications. Successful completion of training is a contingency for this assignment - OJT or formal classroom training. Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): -Airframe & Powerplant License. -Prefer knowledge of live aircraft operations, environment and support, including pneumatic, hydraulic, structural, electrical, and propulsion systems operations. -Minimum 3 years C-17 platform experience preferred. -Ability to read, interprets and understand C-17 blueprints and USAF Technical Orders. -Prefer multi-system operations, maintenance and repair experience including pneumatic, hydraulic, structural, electrical, and propulsion systems. -Ability to work safely within complicated schedules and establish criteria and work procedures to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service. -Aircraft documentation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Using fall protection, confined space training.
REQUIRED EDUCATION: Education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g. High School diploma/GED) and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. vocational school/Associate+2 years' related work, Bachelor, etc.).
WORK HOURS: Full-Time/First & Second Shift This is for a dayshift shift operation (it may require some 2nd shift hours). Personnel will be assigned to a shift based on type of experience and need. PER CLIENT: Candidates who do not have the flexibility to work all shifts or variable shifts should not apply for this opportunity. Possible OT/DOT.
ADDITIONAL: Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
Must be willing and capable of travel both domestically and internationally 50% - with short notice and for extended periods, anywhere in the world and for potentially extended periods of time. (Must obtain and possess current passport). Mostly domestic travel - to other bases for C-17 support.
*This role is supporting a contract that is governed by SCA. Occupation Code and Title: Aircraft Mechanic II Minimum Hourly Rate = $41.29/hour Additional Hourly Benefit Allowance= $5.92 Health & Welfare Benefit (paid for all straight time hours worked up to 40 hours per week)
VACATION: 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service; 3 weeks paid vacation after 5 years of service; 4 weeks paid vacation after 15 years of service.
HOLIDAY PAY: 11 paid holidays per year. New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth National Independence Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
ACCRUAL OF SICK LEAVE HOURS: 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours of paid sick leave each year.
Job Number:
219935
Job Location:
Joint Base Charleston, SC
Rate:
Up to $47.21 DOE
Duration:
12 months
Input Date:
09/23/2026
Firm Name:
CHIPTON ROSS
Attention:
Emmanuel Morgan
Address:
420 CULVER BLVD
City, State:
PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone:
310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone:
800/927-9318
Fax Phone:
310/414-7808
Email:emorgan@chiptonross.com Website:www.chiptonross.com