AH-64E Qatar MAT Armament Technician

Job Description

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Boeing Global Service is seeking Apache Armament Technicians (Avionics) to join the AH-64E Qatar Air Force Maintenance Augmentation Team (MAT) initial position location Mesa, Arizona.

This is a Long-Term Assignment to Qatar for a minimum of 2 years. Relocation/assignment benefits to the international location will be provided. Ability to meet international assignment health requirements required. If accompanied, family must also meet international assignment health requirements.

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs maintenance on the AH-64E electrical/avionics/armament/firecontrol/radar/visionics/ASE systems and components associated with the QAF AH-64E using the QAF-specific AH-64E IETM, AH-64E Operators Manual, AH-64E Maintenance Test Flight Manual, and AH-64E Check List Manual.
• Diagnoses and repairs aircraft systems and components malfunctions including solid state and transistorized devices according to the appropriate technical manuals, directives, and safety procedures.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance actions, authorized modifications, and alignment of AH-64E weapons components, fire control/radar units, sighting elements/visionics, ASE, electronic and mechanical devices, and instruments.
• Uses common measuring tools necessary for performing the tasks described herein, precision measuring tools and alignment fixtures.
• Handles AH-64E aircraft ammunitions, performs weapon system loading/unloading, arming and de-arming, and weapon subsystems configuration changes for all AH-64E weapons and fire control systems within the scope of this SOW.
• Performs aircraft systems operational checks.
• Test, troubleshoots, and repair aircraft systems test sets and diagnostic equipment.
• Assist the QAF in the requisition and maintenance of Shop and Bench stock items for repair of AH-64E armament, ASE, electrical, avionics, instrument, fire control, radar and visionic systems.
• Uses and performs operator maintenance on common and special tools, AGSE and PGSE.
• Prepares aircraft maintenance forms and records.
• Provide OJT, coaching, and mentorship to the QAF Electrical/Avionics/Armament/Fire Control/ASE personnel in the use of all applicable technical publications, tools, test equipment, and special equipment applicable to the discipline of aircraft maintenance, enabling them to become effective AH-64E electrical/avionics/armament/fire control/radar technician.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Travel on short notice both domestically and internationally.
• Minimum 7 years of AH/64 D/E aircraft Electrical/Avionics/Armament/Fire Control/Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) Technician experience.
• 3+ years of experience with Unit Level Logistics System-Aviation (ULLS-A(E)) and with Enhanced Logbook Automation System (ELAS) entries.
• Successfully completed and be qualified by the appropriate U.S. Government armed forces aircraft maintenance course or civilian equivalent training. Contractor factory training or other equivalent training by industry shall be reviewed and approved by the PCO or their designated representative and/or the GFR as substitute.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Army Service School Instructor or civilian equivalent instructing experience for aircraft Electrical/Avionics/Armament/Fire Control/Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) Technicians.
• Prior experience or qualified in another aviation maintenance field.
• Prior experience working in the Southwest Asia/desert region.
• FAA A&P license is preferred.

Ex-Pat Information:

• Candidate must be able to obtain a work visa, depending on requirements of the country.
• Candidate must be able to meet the cultural requirements of the country, as applicable.
• Employment is contingent on the candidate’s ability to satisfy all labor and immigration formalities of the country.
• Because the candidate selected will be expected to go on an international assignment, the offer will be contingent upon the candidate’s ability to obtain clearances from International Health Services and the receipt of a visa/work permit to the country in which he or she will be assigned. These contingencies also apply to any/all family members who may be relocating with the candidate.

Relocation benefits will be provided only to the international assignment.

Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. 

Shift:

This position is for variable shift.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary pay range: $59,500 - $80,500.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 01, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Language Requirements

English Preferred

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.