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Do you have at least 5 years of aircraft maintenance experience with direct, hands‑on C‑130J fuel systems expertise? Are you proficient in multiple C‑130J systems like Hydraulics, ECS, Flight Controls, Landing Gear, or Electrical/Avionics? Have you completed formal military or OEM maintenance training such as USAF AFSC 2A6X4, 2A6X5, or 2A3X3? Are you confined‑space/fuel tank entry qualified — or able to obtain it quickly? If this sounds like you, bring your C‑130J mastery to a team that values technical excellence, mission readiness, and professional growth.

The Fuel Systems Aircraft Mechanic III– C-130J is responsible for performing advanced inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of aircraft systems on the C-130J Super Hercules, with a specialty focus in fuel systems maintenance and fuel cell operations. The mechanic supports both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, ensures full compliance with technical data and safety requirements, and contributes to aircraft readiness in a high-tempo operational or depot environment.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair all C-130J fuel system components including tanks, pumps, valves, probes, vent systems, manifolds, and quantity indicating systems.
• Perform confined‑space fuel tank entry, leak detection, bladder inspection, sealant removal/application, and corrective repair actions.
• Execute defuel/refuel operations, contamination control, leak checks, system functional tests, and system preservation tasks.
• Comply with all applicable technical orders (TO 1C-130J-2-28 series) and established fuel system safety protocols.
• Perform intermediate‑ or depot‑level maintenance across multiple additional C-130J systems, such as:
  • Hydraulic Systems: Actuators, pumps, reservoirs, manifolds, and line routing.
  • Environmental Control Systems (ECS): Bleed air, air cycle machine components, oxygen systems.
  • Flight Controls: Cable rigging, control surface adjustments, operational checks.
  • Landing Gear: Strut servicing, wheels/brakes, extension/retraction systems.
  • Electrical/Avionics (organizational level): LRU replacements, wiring inspection, connector repair.
• Interpret and apply maintenance manuals, technical orders, wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering instructions.
• Accurately document work performed using AFTO 781 series forms, IMDS/GO81, or contractor systems.
• Conduct operational checks and system functions following maintenance actions.
• Support aircraft launch, recovery, and troubleshooting activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities None

• Must be able to utilize respirator, forced air, or other breathing equipment during the performance of assigned duties.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces for extended periods and tolerate fuel vapors.
• Strong understanding of HAZMAT, environmental, and safety regulations.
• Depot, ISO, or heavy maintenance experience on C-130J aircraft preferred.
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification preferred.
• Experience with corrosion control, structural repairs, or modification programs.
• Familiarity with digital maintenance tracking systems such as IMDS, GO81, or equivalent.
• Deep working knowledge of C-130J systems architecture.
• Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as engineering drawings, technical documentation, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
• Must be able to clearly communicate information to others.
• Capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Provide technical guidance and on‑job training to junior maintainers.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Production Control, and other specialties to resolve complex discrepancies.
• Maintain compliance with confined‑space requirements, PPE, Lockout/Tagout procedures, FOD prevention, and HAZMAT handling.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Strong decision analysis and problem solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions.
• Must be able to communicate issues to management.
• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista goals.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and rotating shifts in support of mission requirements.
• Ability to multi‑task.

• 5+ years of aircraft maintenance experience, with direct hands‑on experience on C‑130J fuel systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency across at least two additional C-130J aircraft systems.
• Formal military or OEM aircraft maintenance training (e.g., USAF AFSC 2A6X4/2A6X5/2A3X3 or equivalent).
• Confined space/fuel tank entry qualified (or able to obtain).
• Ability to interpret and work from aircraft technical data.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.

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Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non‑work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status.

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

Thank you for your interest in Yulista! As you get to know Yulista, you’ll discover that we encompass many subsidiaries, each offering unique and specialized capabilities within their respective fields. All our subsidiaries operate cohesively under the overarching Yulista umbrella. This allows us to leverage combined strengths, foster collaboration across diverse expertise areas, and provide comprehensive solutions to our customers. Since 2002, Yulista has leveraged our technical expertise to maintain aircraft and ground vehicles, advance aerospace technology and missile defense, support national security, and sustain base and maritime operations. In a fiercely competitive market, our agile teams embrace complex challenges, delivering mission‑critical solutions. Yulista has been a trusted and preferred partner for mission‑ready clients, renowned for consistently providing innovative expertise that drives success. Our greatest strength lies in the passion and commitment of our men and women who strive to make the impossible possible.