Aircraft Structures Mechanic - Structural Repair

Aircraft Structures Mechanic Jacksonville, FL $25.10 - $35.23/Hour

We are hiring an Aircraft Structures Mechanic in Jacksonville, FL to support P-8 aircraft maintenance, repair, overhaul (MRO), structural repair, and modification activities for military aviation programs. This 100% on-site role requires 3+ years of aircraft mechanic experience and hands-on experience with aircraft structures, blueprints, precision drilling and measurement, metallic and composite components, fastener installation, structural modifications, aircraft finishes, and maintenance documentation.

• Repair and overhaul structures for P-8 aircraft in an aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) environment.
• Perform structural repairs and modifications on military aircraft, commercial-derivative aircraft, and flight control components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, process data sheets, schematics, specifications, and maintenance instruction manuals.
• Identify, remove, and install aircraft fasteners, including rivets, blind rivets/fasteners, screws, Hi-Loks, bolts, and lock bolts.
• Fabricate, locate, trim, drill, ream, and assemble metallic and composite aircraft components.
• Perform major and minor modifications to aircraft skins and other structural components.
• Perform close-tolerance drilling and precision measurement on metallic and composite structures.
• Use micrometers, dial calipers, grip gauges, feeler gauges, depth gauges, Trimics, bore gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Use Assembly Jigs (AJ), Repair Equipment (RE), and similar fixed tooling to locate parts, trim, shim, final drill, deburr, and build components to blueprint requirements.
• Remove and reinstall access panels and fairings, including removing damaged screws without damaging surrounding aircraft structures.
• Perform safety wiring and install cotter pins.
• Apply aircraft finishes and materials, including primer, paint, Alodine, and sealants.
• Perform cleaning, corrosion prevention and control, polishing, and dry-wash tasks.
• Apply knowledge of common aircraft fastener sizes and select appropriate cutting tools for removal and installation.
• Read and apply Airworthiness Directives, Technical Directives, and Service Bulletins applicable to aircraft maintenance and repair activities.
• Complete aircraft technical logbooks, maintenance documentation, work packages, and zonal handovers accurately and within required timelines.
• Identify and report technical issues, discrepancies, incidents, and other concerns through established program and safety processes.
• Perform daily detailed tool inventories and maintain required certifications, licenses, and permits.
• Follow regulatory requirements, safety requirements, maintenance procedures, and established quality processes.
• Support First Time Quality and continuous improvement initiatives to meet aircraft delivery requirements.

• 3+ years of Aircraft Mechanic experience in commercial or defense aviation; relevant trade apprenticeship experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications.
• Ability to perform close-tolerance drilling within .003 inch and precision measurement within .003 inch.
• Ability to perform close-tolerance drilling within .001 inch and precision measurement within .0005 inch on metallic and composite structures.
• Experience performing aircraft structural repair, modification, fabrication, drilling, reaming, and assembly activities.
• Knowledge of aircraft fasteners, including rivets, blind fasteners, screws, Hi-Loks, bolts, and lock bolts.
• Experience using aircraft maintenance tools and precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, dial calipers, grip gauges, feeler gauges, depth gauges, Trimics, and bore gauges.
• Ability to read and comprehend Airworthiness Directives, Technical Directives, Service Bulletins, maintenance manuals, and process documentation.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to complete and maintain required training, certifications, licenses, and permits for assigned work.
• Ability to lift and use tools, materials, equipment, and components within established lifting standards of up to 35 lbs. individually and 45 lbs. for a two-person lift.
• Ability to work 100% on-site in Jacksonville, FL and work first or second shift based on business needs.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.