Structural Mechanic

TEL Staffing & HR • Augusta, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Structural Mechanic to perform internal and external sheet metal repairs, modifications, and installations to all aircraft serviced in our facility. The right candidate will have extensive experience and confidence in their skills to build structural forms such as I-beams, doublers, stringers, and avionics trays.

Requirements

• A minimum of three (3) years of aircraft sheet metal fabrication experience.
• Prior experience working in the capacity of an Airframe Sheet Metal Specialist, Structural Technician or Aircraft Mechanic.
• Experience building I-beams, doublers, stringers, and performing corrosion control.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

• A valid FAA Airframe License.
• Previous experience building bespoke structures, trays and/or mounts of all sizes and applications.
• A valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.
• Experience working alongside A&P Mechanics and Avionics Technicians performing heavy maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Corporate / Business Aviation or MRO experience strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural aircraft repairs using appropriate sheet metal techniques and fasteners.
• Remove, replace, and relocate headers, stringers, doors, beams, and bulkheads while building up surfaces and structures to specifications.
• Install Service Bulletin kits using parts and instructions provided by OEM.
• Plan and develop schemes for sheet metal repairs and modifications by utilizing blueprints, sketches, service bulletins, OEM specifications, engineering orders, and other technical publications.
• Use precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, and protractors, to accomplish repairs or modifications.
• Inspect aircraft in accordance with OEM Light or Heavy Maintenance manuals and evaluate removed components for serviceability, documenting discrepancies.
• Document all work accomplished in a clear, concise, and accurate manner.
• Accomplish Service Bulletins, Repair Letters, and Airworthiness Directives as required.
• Analyze various mechanical problems to determine causes and the best methods of repair.

Benefits

• Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance Eligible
• Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance
• 401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested
• Paid Time Off accrues on day one
• Quarterly Bonus opportunities
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid career development and cross-training opportunities with partner organization like CAE and FlightSafety

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees