Aircraft Mechanic II - Structures

Yulista Solutions•Birmingham, AL

About The Position

The Aircraft Mechanic II - Structures assesses aircraft damage and drafts repair procedures for aircraft structural and composite components. The role uses advanced metalworking techniques and powered and non-powered tools to fabricate, form, cut, bend, and fasten repair or replacement parts. It also requires proficiency in close-tolerance drilling and reaming for high-strength fasteners, and the ability to inspect repairs and components against technical specifications and publications. The mechanic performs structural maintenance, repair, fabrication, corrosion control, documentation, and equipment-support duties in accordance with applicable technical data, quality assurance requirements, regulatory requirements, environmental standards, and company processes. This is an individual-contributor role working under the direction of senior leadership. Other related duties may be assigned to meet organizational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of relevant aircraft depot-level structural maintenance experience with fixed- or rotary-wing commercial, government, or Department of Defense aircraft.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within depot-level maintenance.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documentation, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Knowledge of fixed-wing aircraft construction features and aerospace material identification and characteristics.
Knowledge of proper use, mixing, and storage of acids, solvents, alcohols, caustics, primers, and paints, and proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste and materials.
Knowledge of depot fabrication, repair, and replacement of metal components, tubing, cable, plastic, fiberglass, bonded honeycomb, and composite structural components.
Ability to use a respirator, forced-air equipment, or other breathing equipment while performing assigned duties.
Ability to enter data accurately into databases and write routine reports and correspondence.
Intermediate computer skills, specifically with Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
Strong decision-analysis and problem-solving skills, including the ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions.
Ability to communicate issues to management and communicate information clearly through oral and technical written communication.
Interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff and routinely interact with other crew members.
Ability to use general office equipment such as fax machines, phones, copiers, scanners, and printers.
Ability to follow processes, learn and understand corporate policies and procedures, and understand how they relate to company goals.
Strong professional customer-service skills, including active listening, prompt service, and follow-up.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations, multitask, and work independently with a high degree of self-motivation.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Previous Air Force Specialty Code 2A753 or 2A773 experience.
Multi-aspect aviation qualifications, certifications, or disciplines.
Experience supporting Department of Defense contracts.
Federal Aviation Administration Airplane and/or Powerplant certification.
Working knowledge of advanced software applications.

Responsibilities

Inspect and assess damage to aircraft structural components and determine repair or replacement procedures using applicable technical data.
Remove and install close-tolerance, high-strength fasteners in major aircraft structural components.
Advise on structural repairs, modifications, and corrosion-protection treatments while preserving original strength, weight, and contour.
Perform post-repair flight-control weight-and-balance functions and control-surface rigging in accordance with designated technical orders.
Inspect components and repairs for structural serviceability against specifications and technical publications.
Manufacture and use jigs, fixtures, forms, and molds to fabricate repair or replacement parts.
Use advanced metalworking tools and equipment to form, cut, bend, and fasten repair or replacement parts.
Use shop drawings, metal-layout techniques, and shop mathematics; identify, remove, repair, and prevent corrosion; clean metals; and apply protective coatings and markings.
Close completed maintenance discrepancies in automated maintenance systems.
Document maintenance in accordance with quality assurance and established regulatory requirements.
Store, handle, and dispose of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards and company processes.
Operate and maintain related aircraft support equipment.
Use automated maintenance systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, document maintenance actions, and maintain the time-change database.
Perform regular foreign object damage walks and maintain strict tool-control procedures.
Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor; regularly inventory and inspect tools and replace worn or broken tools.
Follow safety rules and regulations and promptly report accidents, injuries, safety violations, and unsafe practices or procedures to the supervisor.
Maintain equipment records and enter descriptions of work performed in maintenance records, verifying that work was performed satisfactorily.
Perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.