Product Repair​/Mod Tech B

Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Product Repair/Mod Tech Bs for a contract opportunity in Jacksonville, FL.

• 3+ years of Aircraft Mechanic (Experience in either commercial or defense or relevant trade apprenticeship would be considered).
• 3+ years experience in reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics and specifications.
• Ability to close tolerance drill within .003 & Ability to precision measure within .003.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge/ability to read and comprehend Airworthiness Directives, Technical Directives and Service Bulletins to effective aircraft.
• Knowledge of common fastener sizes and correct cutting tools for removal and installation processes.

• Repair overhaul structures for F18- EF Flight Controls.
• Identify if a fastener is a rivet, blind rivet, screw, hi-lock, bolt or lock bolt
• Read and interpret blueprints, process data sheets & maintenance instruction manuals
• Demonstrate knowledge of cleaning, corrosion prevention and control, polish or dry wash tasks
• Remove and reinstall access panels and fairings.
• Remove damaged screws without damaging surrounding structure
• Ability to safety wire and install cotter pins
• Ability to apply aircraft finishes (primer and paint), Alodine, and sealants
• Ability to close tolerance drill within .001 & Ability to precision measure within .0005 in metallic and composite structures.
• Perform structural repairs and modifications on strike fighters, commercial derivative aircraft, and flight control components
• Utilize measuring tools such as micrometer, dial caliper, grip gauges, feeler gauge, depth gauge, trimic, and bore gages
• Fabricate, locate, trim, drill/ream, and assemble metallic and composite components. Makes major/minor modification to aircraft skins and other structural components. Installs rivets, blind fasteners, hilocks, etc in metallic and composite structures.
• Ability to properly utilize Assembly Jigs (AJ), Repair Equipment (RE), and other similar fixed tooling to locate parts, trim, shim, final drill, debur, and build components to meet Blueprint requirements.
• Ensure aircraft technical log book, maintenance documentation, work packages and zonal handovers are completed accurately and within prescribed timescales in conjunction with the program leads and managers.
• Highlight any technical issues, discrepancies or other issues to the program lead and manager.

• Accredited High school diploma or GED and typically 1 or more years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Full-Time
• 1st shift 6:00 am – 2:30 pm. Ability to work 1st or 2nd shift per business need.