Aircraft Mechanic III APG - T

Compensation

$40 - $50 hourly

• Inspect and assess damage to aircraft structural components and formulate proper repair/replacement procedures.
• Remove and install close tolerance, high‑strength fasteners in major aircraft structural components.
• Design structural repair, modification, and corrosion protection treatments while maintaining original strength, weight, and contour.
• Perform post‑repair flight control weight and balance functions and control surface rigging per technical orders.
• Inspect components and repairs for structural serviceability per specifications and technical publications.
• Manufacture and use jigs, fixtures, forms, and molds to fabricate repair or replacement parts.
• Use advanced metalworking practices, equipment, and tools to form, cut, bend, and fasten replacement or repair parts.
• Train shop drawing and depot‑level metal layout techniques, shop mathematics, corrosion identification, removal, repair, and prevention, cleaning of metals, application of protective coatings, and markings.
• Recommend methods to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures.
• Use automated maintenance systems to input, validate, analyze data, and close out maintenance discrepancies.
• Document maintenance in accordance with QA and regulatory requirements.
• Store, handle, and dispose of hazardous waste and materials per environmental standards.
• Operate and maintain related aircraft support equipment.
• Monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions using automated systems.
• Perform regular FOD walks and maintain strict tool control procedures.
• Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools, and inventory and inspect tools regularly.
• Comply with safety rules and promptly report accidents, injuries, safety violations, or unsafe practices.
• Enter maintenance records and verify completed work meets quality standards.
• Perform other related duties as required by the organization.

• High‑level depot‑level processes and procedures for replacement of major structural components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documentation, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong decision analysis and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication of technical issues to management.
• Knowledge of fixed‑wing aircraft construction features, aerospace material properties, and hazardous material handling.
• Experience in fabrication and depot repair/replacement of metal components, tubing, cable, plastic, fiberglass, bonded honeycomb, and composite structural components.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills and willingness to learn additional software.
• Proficiency with respirator or breathing equipment during assigned duties.
• Accurate data entry and routine report writing.
• Interpersonal skills for effective teamwork across all levels.
• Basic mathematics and self‑motivation to work independently.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 12 years of relevant aircraft structural maintenance experience (fixed or rotary wing commercial, government or DoD aircraft).
• 10 years of direct work on T‑38 aircraft and 5+ years of depot‑level structural maintenance.
• Prior Air Force Specialty Code 2A773 highly desirable.
• Multi‑aspect aviation qualifications or certifications with the ability to train others.
• Experience supporting DoD contracts.
• Strong knowledge of depot‑level maintenance practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.
• Preferred:
  Rigging Certification, Engine Run Certification, FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant certification.

This position has the responsibility and authority to carry out assigned tasks.

Our policy is to select, place, train, and promote the most qualified individuals based on relevant factors such as work quality, attitude, and experience. We provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status.

Our non‑discrimination policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

We provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities in accordance with state and federal laws.

Job description statements describe general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list and is not an employment agreement or contract. Management retains the right to alter the scope of work within this job description at any time without prior notice.