Aircraft Structural / Sheet Metal Technician

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology, Inc.•Coronado, CA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Aircraft Structural/Sheet Metal Technician specializing in depot-level modifications and new systems integrations for our MH-60 aircraft located at NAS North Island – San Diego, CA. This role is essential to supporting the upgrade modifications, repairs and inspection of aircraft airframes to ensure optimal aircraft readiness and operational capability.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of aviation structure maintenance experience.
Proficiency in depot-level maintenance procedures and processes.
Knowledge of FAA, military, and industry standards.
Familiarity with aircraft structures and airframes.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical documentation and team collaboration.
Active Secret security clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
Strong knowledge of aircraft and structural principles and techniques specific to aircraft airframes modifications and upgrades.
Strong organization and problem-solving skills.
Advanced knowledge of aircraft sheet metal / structural modification and repair.
Knowledge of aircraft unique tooling such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal breaks, sheers, etc., and ability to operate various hand and power tools safely and effectively.
Competence in using precision measuring tools such as scales, micrometers, and calipers for accurate measurement assessments.
Self-starter and ability to work independently in a team environment.
Employee must own and provide basic hand tools required.
All candidates must be a U.S. Citizen to apply

Nice To Haves

Experience on the MH-60S and/or MH-60R platform aircraft.
Aircraft Avionics/Electrician Certifications.
Past Quality Assurance or QAR Experience.
Prior experience in a military or government aviation maintenance environment.

Responsibilities

Perform depot-level modifications and new structural integrations and existing structures modifications on the airframe.
Collaborate with engineers and technical teams to address and resolve complex structural issues to include documenting inconsistencies and non-conformance, redline documentation and suggested install corrective actions.
Document all maintenance actions in accordance with applicable regulations and standards.
Maintain compliance with quality assurance and safety standards, including adherence to Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790 and local SOP and GOPS compliance guidelines.
Support aircraft inspections and acceptance procedures and modifications as required.
Ensure all tools, test equipment, and consumables are calibrated and maintained per established policies.
Proficient in reading, Interpreting and utilize technical manuals (TD / IDP), blueprints, diagrams and engineering drawings.
Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas.
Proficient in performing TD / IDP aircraft modification tasks involving multi-structural component layout and buildups, structural and skin alterations (including large cutouts), precision and close tolerance drilling, countersinking, and installation of multiple fastener types (rivets - solid / blind, hi-loks, hucks, and screws).
Experienced in thin skill drilling and riveting.
Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure.
Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming and preserving structure.
Install structural aircraft upgrades and modifications as needed.