Aircraft Structures Mechanic

POSITION SUMMARY: The Structure Mechanic performs modification as approved by locating, drilling and installation of structure components using close tolerance tools and measurements as depicted in engineering drawings within the aircraft. Performs repairs following approved data to structural components.  

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform structural modifications and repairs following drawings, process specs, approved/accepted data as assigned.
• Provide Structural assistance to other departments as directed by Supervisors and Leads.
• Inspect, overhaul, repair, modify, and troubleshoot airframe structural parts, and components.
• Follow all applicable specifications to accomplish a specific task.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Maintain EWIS protection during all structural removals and installs.
• Perform work within estimated hours.
• Execute all required paperwork as work is completed in connection with assigned normal duties.
• Use and operate ground support equipment, as applicable and if qualified, in a safe manner.
• Complete assignments in accordance with the instructions for continued airworthiness.
• Interface effectively with members of management, other departments, and co-workers.
• Perform other work as instructed by the Structures Lead or Maintenance Supervisor, if qualified.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Eighteen (18) months or more of aircraft structural overhaul experience.
• Must provide own tools as required on company tool list.
• Language (read, write, speak, and understand English).
• Subject to noises more than 85 dbs.
• Minimum visual acuity of 20/40 corrected.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant or FAA Airframe certificate
• Additional related education and/or training. 

SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES: 

• Possesses analytical skills: must be able to gather information and use data to determine cause and effect for complex problem solving.
• Well organized and attentive to detail. 
• Willingness to assist others.
• Ability to closely follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to adhere to all established safety policies, processes and procedures. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: This job operates in indoor and outdoor settings. The indoor settings include office and warehouse environments which require the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as safety gear. The outdoor settings include parking lots and airplane runways. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. Occasionally subject to varying inside and/or outside temperatures, which may include extreme heat (temperatures above 100 degrees) or extreme cold (temperatures below 32 degrees).

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required use the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects. Medium work; exerts up to 50 lbs. occasionally and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and 10 lbs. constantly. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

TRAVEL:  Travel is not expected for this position.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must be able to legally work in the US without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a post offer DOT drug test upon hire. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN: Aspire MRO provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Aspire will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.