Job Description
Chipton-Ross is seeking 44 Aircraft Structures Mechanic IIs for a contract opportunity in San Antonio, TX.
*This position is 100% ONSITE.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This mechanic will maintain, repair and modify aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty, maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components, applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation, and applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as; blueprints or manufactures' manuals. Must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft repair procedures and replacement of parts, requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair, must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers. This job requires working knowledge of technical publications. The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records. Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
o Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas.
o Locating blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure.
o Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes.
o Demonstrates the capability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair.
o Ability to proficiently access and manipulate computer systems daily for work instructions, drawings, and training
o Use of tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts.
o Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals.
o Work typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems.
o A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. is required.
o The mechanic will be required to access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests.
o This candidate will be responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.
o Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment.
o Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
o Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role
HARD REQUIREMENTS:
o 4+ years of on-aircraft heavy structures experience. Please clearly indicate on your resume your aircraft platform experience and years of experience with aircraft heavy structures.
o Demonstrated experience on close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures including doublers, triplers, seat tracks, planks, stringers, etc.
o Must be able to work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays. Mission requirements and/or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
o If hired, successful completion of training is a contingency for this assignment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
o The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
o Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
o Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.
o Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
o Read, write, and comprehend the English language
o Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
o Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
o Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation
o On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs
o Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)
o Frequent walking on flat surfaces
o Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces
o Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces
o Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands
o Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time
o Occasional contact with metals
o Frequent exposure to noise
BASIC SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
o Position requires 4+ years of experience in those duties as previously described for satisfactory performance.
o Knowledgeable in shop mathematics and practices
o Experience in working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures.
o Proficient in computer skills including but not limited to: aircraft related systems and basic office software.
o Must be able to work various shifts.
PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
o Experience with Depot Level/Heavy Structures maintenance
o Experience working with titanium aircraft structures.
O Experience working on or around Executive Fleet Platform
o Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment.
o FAA certification in Airframe and/or Power Plant license is preferred
EDUCATION:
Accredited High school Diploma or GED.
MUST BE OPEN TO WORKING 1st & 2nd SHIFT.
PER CLIENT: Candidates who do not have the flexibility to work all shifts or variable shifts should not apply for this opportunity.
ADDITIONAL:
*This role is supporting a contract that is governed by SCA.
Occupation Code and Title: Aircraft Mechanic II
Minimum Hourly Rate=$35.24/hour
Additional Pay=$4.93 Health & Welfare Benefit (paid for all straight time hours worked up to 40 hours per week)
VACATION: 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service; 3 weeks paid vacation after 5 years of service; 4 weeks paid vacation after 15 years of service
HOLIDAY PAY:
11 paid holidays per year. New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth National Independence Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
ACCRUAL OF SICK LEAVE HOURS:
1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked-up to 56 hours of paid sick leave each year.
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