Structures - Aircraft Mechanic

Location: San Antonio, TX Salary: $40.00 USD Hourly - $45.00 USD Hourly Description:

Position Responsibilities

Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas

Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure

Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes

Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair

Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts

Knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components

Knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems

Knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc.

Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests

Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work

Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds

Ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and job task performance via Hazardous

Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications

Assist other team members (General Mechanics, Avionics, Electronics) to ensure cost/schedule targets are met

The position requires the ability to pass an assessment at the end of training cycle

The position requires compliance to SA Site Tool and FOD procedure

Required Skills

4+ years of experience working with non-porous metals, such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless

4+ years of experience working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures

4+ years of experience using structures hand tools such as: drills 45 and 90 degrees, pancake adapters, counter sink cages,
hole finders, and rivet guns

4+ years of experience working heavy structures: locating, drilling, countersinking and fastening structures (i.e.. doublers, stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.) to aircraft

Ability to work variable shifts (i.e. scheduled and unscheduled overtime; weekends and holidays) to support mission requirements and workload

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

Experience in aircraft heavy maintenance (any Military Airframes or Depot Level)

Experience working with titanium aircraft structures

Ability to operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment

Ability to perform the following physical requirements

The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.

Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms

Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.

Pass visual acuity and color perception tests

Experience understanding and interpreting detailed written and verbal work instructions and processes

Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material

Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities

Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation

On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs

Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)

Frequent walking on flat surfaces

Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces

Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces

Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands

Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time

Occasional contact with metals

Frequent exposure to noise

Regular and predictable attendance is required

REQUIRED Skills

CategoryNameRequired

Areas of ExpertiseInterpret schematics, assembly drawings, technical manualsYes

Areas of ExpertiseKnowledge of aircraft sheet metalYes
xms-LIHand ToolsYes

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.

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