Aircraft Mechanic Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Expert use of pneumatic drill motors, rivet guns, punches, hand sanders, and high-speed grinders.
• Skilled in using protractors, calipers, height/depth gauges, and dial indicators for precision fitment.
• Must possess a personal tool kit. All tools must be properly shadowed and etched in accordance with the facility’s tool control policy.
• 3 years of continuous and recent experience in aircraft sheet metal, with a specific emphasis on thin metal and general aviation airframes.
• Ability to stand, squat, and work with arms overhead for extended periods.
• Ability to pull, push, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced government maintenance environment while maintaining a professional attitude under tight timelines.
• Must be able to pass an FBI criminal history records check and verify employment for unescorted access to Security Identification Display Areas (SIDA).

Nice To Haves

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license is preferred, but not required for highly experienced specialists.
• Candidates must pass a practical sheet metal test (evaluating drilling, riveting, and layout skills) upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform modifications and structural repairs on thin-skin aircraft panels and primary structural components.
• Expertly identify, strip, and treat corrosion; prepare both metal and composite surfaces using state-of-the-art materials and methods.
• Inspect and evaluate structural damage to determine repair paths in accordance with manufacturer manuals and engineering data.
• Remove and install panels, skins, and airframe components in preparation for surface coating and final assembly.
• Read and strictly follow blueprints, engineering drawings, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain meticulous records, including log entries, work orders, and parts requests to meet FAA and government oversight standards.

Benefits

• 401K Retirement Plan
• Two Weeks Vacation After One Year of Service
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer-paid access to Tele-medicine
• Discount Programs for hotels, travel, and entertainment
• Weekly Pay