Interior Mechanic

Pats Aircraft LLC • Georgetown, DE

112d

About The Position

Join the High-Flying Team at ALOFT AeroArchitects! Ready to elevate your career? At ALOFT AeroArchitects, we seek talented professionals in airplane maintenance, modification, and completion. We craft exceptional client experiences by pushing the boundaries of luxury, performance, and safety. Join our crew! If you're looking for a career where you can make a real impact and work on cutting-edge and luxury aircraft, look no further. Join us at ALOFT AeroArchitects and let's take aviation to new heights!

Requirements

• High School education or equivalent reading, writing, and math abilities.
• 5+ years of VIP aircraft interiors experience or combination of training / education and experience.
• Solid understanding of aircraft interior component removals and installations, upholstery, cabinetry, carpeting, finishes and paint.
• Proficient in the use of basic hand tools and equipment.
• Effective computer skills; Microsoft Office software and other company and discipline specific software applications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours, when needed.

Responsibilities

• Accomplish tasks using work methods and procedures, strictly in accordance with engineering drawings, manufacturer’s specifications, Process Standards and Airplane Maintenance Manuals.
• Read drawings and related data needed to perform removal and installation tasks.
• Accomplish assigned tasks properly and efficiently.
• Perform tasks in a manner that achieves the highest quality workmanship.
• Perform all tasks associated with the removal and installation of seats, bulkheads, galleys, lavatories, window panels, headliners, side walls, bag bins, and misc. interior items.
• Understanding of aircraft water systems, oxygen systems, wire harness connectors, and their relationship to interior removals and installation.
• Proper use of warning caps and plugs protecting disturbed systems.
• Complete documentation and tasks associated with interior removals; Identification tags, removal weight log, hardware bags, warning tags, and protection of parts for storage.
• Apply protective covering to components upon installation.
• Knowledge of basic aircraft stringer and frame station layout.
• Tasks associated with Formica, Tedlar, wood laminate, hardwood, carpet, and fabric recovering of interior components.
• Application of interior finishes including paint, stain, sealer, clear coat, and final detailing of components.
• Installation of floor coverings to include Mylar, vinyl padding, and carpets.
• Composite and honeycomb repairs. De-lamination repairs.
• Identify types of fiberglass and resins, installation of inserts, and structure hard point attachments.
• Application of adhesives, sealants, resins, fillers, and potting compounds.
• General knowledge related to upholstery tasks, material layout and patterns, and use of sewing and surge machines.
• Identify materials and hardware associated with job assignments.
• Usage of component, maintenance and standard repair manuals.
• Knowledge of interior sheet metal provisions and attach points that support component installs.
• Installation of structure provisions to support interior component install.
• Proper use of job related hand tools to accomplish interior removals and installation.
• Proper use of shop equipment to support component recovering and modifications.
• Installation of Cabin Comfort Insulation Kits.
• Final detailing of interior.
• Assure all paperwork requirements are kept current with job progress.
• Ability to fill in for a Lead if required.
• Maintain and record accurate time accounting records in CIMA; verify subordinates’ reporting.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment in accordance with company standards.
• Complete initial / recurrent training requirements in a timely manner.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Standard safety precautions are required in all areas where hazardous conditions exist.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees