KIHOMAC

System integration, development, manufacturing services

Airframe and Powerplant Specialist

Aviation Operations & Aircraft MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSheppard AFB, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma is required.
A current Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license is required.
At least 3 years of professional experience in the required task area is required.
Broad working knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration regulations, aircraft maintenance, and inspection requirements.
Knowledge of documenting maintenance actions in United States Air Force, United States Navy, or United States Army aircraft records, including digital maintenance data systems.
Familiarity with installing aerospace fasteners, rivets, and nut plates.
Must be a United States citizen.
Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required.
Successful candidates must obtain a minimum favorable Tier 1 personnel security investigation in accordance with Department of Defense Instruction 5200.46, DoD Investigative and Adjudicative Guidance for Issuing a Common Access Card.

Responsibilities

Execute maintenance on various military aircraft as a Contract Field Team technician.
Travel for extended periods and work at various locations.
Train on routing aircraft electrical wire harnesses, basic wire terminations, and other maintenance tasks.
Interpret technical manuals, work cards, blueprints, wire diagrams and schematics, and engineering drawings.
Maintain shop supplies and perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
Operate complicated shop tools and equipment as trained and assigned.
Perform inventory control using logging, tagging, and organizing procedures.
Maintain tool control and accountability.
Adhere to company policies and safety programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Airframe and Powerplant Specialist

KIHOMAC · Sheppard Air Force Base, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-16

Workplace: on_site

Department: SSD-WEPG - Wiring and Electronics Production Group

Description

Execute maintenance on various military aircraft as a Contract Field Team technician
Travel for extended periods working at various locations
Train on routing aircraft electrical wire harnesses, basic wire terminations and various other maintenance tasks
Interpret technical manuals, work cards, blueprints, wire diagrams/schematics, and engineering drawings
Maintain shop supplies and perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
Operate complicated shop tools and equipment as trained and assigned
Perform inventory control using logging, tagging, and organizing procedures
Maintain tool control and accountability
Adhere to company policies and safety programs
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Training:

High School diploma required
Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline preferred
Current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License required

Experience:

3+ years of professional experience in the required task area required
Broad working knowledge of FAA regulations, aircraft maintenance and inspection requirements
Knowledgeable in documenting maintenance actions in any of the following (USAF, USN and US Army) aircraft records to include digital maintenance data systems
Familiar with the installation of aerospace fasteners, rivets, nut plates etc.

Security:

Must be a US citizen
Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required
Successful candidates must obtain minimum favorable Tier 1 personnel security investigation IAW Department of Defense Instruction 5200.46, DoD Investigative and Adjudicative Guidance for Issuing Common Access Card (CAC)

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources

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About the Company

KIHOMAC

System integration, development, manufacturing services

KIHOMAC provides end-to-end engineering and manufacturing services for defense and commercial customers. It handles integration, development, manufacturing, and services, coordinating hardware, software, and systems to deliver complete solutions. The company emphasizes detailed processes and strict quality standards to produce trusted outcomes, aiming to meet stringent requirements across both government and industry programs. Its differentiators are its rigorous quality controls, breadth of capabilities (from design to delivery to support), and its willingness to work across both defense and commercial markets. The goal is to deliver reliable, high-quality, mission-critical systems that meet customer specifications and compliance standards.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $2.4M
Headquarters: Reston, VA
Founded: 2003

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