Aircraft Mechanics , II III - Sheet Metal

Position: Aircraft Mechanics I, II, & III - Sheet Metal
Yulista Contract Services LLC

Regular

Step into a role where your skill and experience are valued from day one.
Team Yulista is looking for talented Aircraft Mechanics I, II, & III (Sheet Metal) ready to take on meaningful work-assessing structural damage, drafting repair procedures, and performing advanced metalworking that keeps aircraft mission-ready.

Yulista offers a competitive compensation and benefits package
, including numerous hourly premiums
, along with a rewarding, challenging career path and strong potential for upward mobility and growth
. We value the journey you've been on and we're looking for professionals who take pride in precision, problem-solving, and high-quality workmanship.

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Primary Function

The Aircraft Mechanics I, II, & III Sheet Metal are responsible for assessing aircraft damage and draft repair procedures to aircraft structural and composite components. Must be able to utilize advanced metalworking practices and techniques to form, cut, bend, and fasten new / repair components to damaged structures. Must be proficient in close tolerance drilling/reaming for installation of high-strength fasteners. Able to use powered / non-powered metalworking tooling and equipment.

Essential Duties

• Inspect / assess damage to aircraft structural components and formulate proper repair/replacement procedures utilizing applicable technical data.
• Remove and install close tolerance, high-strength fasteners in major aircraft structural components.
• Advises on structural repair, modification, and corrosion protection treatment with respect to original strength, weight, and contour to maintain structural integrity.
• Performs post repair flight control weight and balance functions as well as control surface rigging per designated technical orders.
• Inspect components/repairs for structural serviceability according to specifications and technical publications.
• Manufactures / use jigs, fixtures, forms, and molds to fabricate repair or replacement parts.
• Uses advanced metalworking practices, equipment, and tools to form, cut, bend, and fasten replacement or repair parts to damaged structures and components.
• Uses shop drawing and metal layout techniques; shop mathematics; corrosion identification, removal, repair, and prevention; cleaning of metals; application of protective coatings, and markings.
• Closes completed maintenance discrepancies in automated maintenance systems.
• Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements.
• Stores, handles, and disposes of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards and company processes.
• Operates and maintains related aircraft Support Equipment (SE).
• Use automated maintenance systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, document maintenance actions, and time change database.
• Perform regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walks.
• Maintain strict tool control procedures. Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor. Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis and replace worn or broken tools.
• Comply with safety rules and regulations while performing day to day maintenance. Promptly report all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to supervisor.
• Maintain equipment records. Enter in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verify the work was performed satisfactorily.
• The Aircraft Structural Mechanic will be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Desired Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledgeable in depot level processes and procedures for replacement of major structural components.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as engineering drawings, technical documentation, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Good decision analysis and problem-solving skills. Ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
• Able to use Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs. Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred.
• Knowledgeable of fixed wing aircraft construction features, identification and characteristics of aerospace materials to include proper use, mixing, and storage of acids, solvents, alcohol, caustics, primers, and paints; and proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste and materials.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures of depot fabrication / repair / replacement of metal components, tubing, cable, plastic, fiberglass, bonded honeycomb, and composite structural components.
• Must be able to utilize respirator, forced air, or other breathing equipment during the performance of assigned duties.
• Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of…