Structures Mechanic - San Antonio, TX - ID:2130037811

Skill: Heavy Structures Repair/Modification

Duration: Open-ended

Aircraft: Military Aircraft

Salary: please call for compensation details (800) 743-8988  

Description:

Premium offered for candidates with an A&P License/ Per Diem available to those that qualify / Tooling is provided / $10,000 Completion Bonus-(Returning contractors who have already received a bonus are now eligible for this bonus.)

Tenured contractors are also eligible for another completion bonus at 180, 360, 540, etc. through the turnstile

• Technicians will be performing structural repairs and modifications on VIP Military Aircraft 
• Able to perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas.
• Ability and understanding of locating 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.
• Demonstrates the capability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair.
• Experienced in the use of tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot-level modification and repair of structural parts.
• Work typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair, and the ability to determine the functionality of non-complex electrical systems.
• A detailed knowledge of the aircraft's unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes, sheers, etc. is required.
• The mechanic will be required to access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate online parts and discrepancy requests.
• Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding-type electric-powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignments.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and permits as required for assigned work.
• The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Must be able to work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays.
• Mission requirements and/or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

• 4 years of experience working as an aircraft structures mechanic
• Willing and able to work any shift (Must be able & willing to work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays; Mission requirements and/or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Currently possess an FAA A&P License or Military Technical School equivalent - (preferred/not required)
• Computer skills experience including but not limited to aircraft-related systems and basic Microsoft Suite software (i.e. Word, Excel)
• Experience reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications

TYPICAL EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED and typically 3 or more years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.