Structure Aircraft Mechanic 3

DPP•Lake Charles, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

DPP is seeking a Structure Aircraft Mechanic 3 for our client in the Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing industry. This is an onsite role in Lake Charles, LA, with a contract duration of 6 months. The position requires a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, as well as a deep understanding of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair. You will also need the ability to determine the functionality of non-complex electrical systems. Responsibilities include making entries in aircraft logs and records, and providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians during aircraft modifications and maintenance.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Minimum 10 years relevant aircraft Avionics experience.
Able to perform work in an approved environment during specified work hours.
Able to change physical locations based upon need (including physical ability to travel).
Ability to be subject to a variety of physical conditions.
Able to wear respirators or other safety gear.
Ability to be subject to areas which could cause various phobias due to height or closed spaces.
US Citizen

Nice To Haves

A&P License.
E-6B/707 experience.
Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories.
Read and interpret manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
Use detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools to test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc.
Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, written instructions, etc.
Apply professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals.
Use thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts.
Have basic knowledge of electrical theory.
Use a variety of manual hand tools such as crimpers, strippers, wire cutters, heat shrink gun, etc.
Assemble, modify, and install wire bundles, conductors and other electrical components.
Maintain, repair, and modify aircraft structures, structural components, and engines of complex to extreme difficulty.
Use experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike.
Perform 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections.
Examine reciprocating engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks, and listen to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions.
Inspect jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security, warping, wear, and missing segments.
Inspect jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks.
Test engine operation, using testing equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, ammeter, and jet calibration (Jetcal) tester, to locate source of malfunction.
Maintain and repair aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
Perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections.
Apply technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation.
Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.