Aircraft Structures Technician

Western Aircraft • Boise, ID

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Western Aircraft is looking for diligent and detail-oriented Aircraft Structures Technicians to join our dynamic team! Aircraft Structures Technicians are responsible for inspecting and conducting structural repairs and modifications per blueprint specifications while utilizing hand tools and test equipment as needed to complete assigned tasks to return aircraft to service per FAA and manufacturers specifications.

Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in aviation regarding Small, Mid to Large cabin aircraft.
• Minimum three (3) years’ performing structural repairs and modifications.
• Basic knowledge of Sheet Metal assembly techniques required
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics required
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to follow directions
• Organized and detail oriented
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Ability to obtain Airport Issued security badge

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with composite materials a plus
• Airframe Certification preferred for entry and mid level position / Required for senior level position

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of aircraft structural repairs and modifications
• Use specialized equipment and tools to measure parts for defects or deviation from specifications
• Ensures proper care of customer property through all phases of maintenance work
• Completes duties within allotted hours quoted for assigned tasks
• Ensures proper and complete documentation of maintenance, repair, and modification work performed
• Understands and follows safety procedures and utilizes support equipment in a safe manner
• Follows strict dimension tolerances in compliance with FAA, FAR, based on supplied approved data.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• Short term & Long term Disability - paid 100% by Company
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment - paid 100% by Company
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, jury duty, bereavement
• Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account (employer contributions tied to participation in wellness program)
• 401K & Roth 401k with employer match
• Flexible Spending programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees