Structures Aviation Mechanic, Component Shop

Position Summary

Disassemble, clean, inspect, reassemble, repair, and test aircraft components in accordance with appropriate Component Maintenance Manuals, work instructions and the FAA. This position is "safety sensitive"; therefore, all FAA required compliance will be followed.

• Perform all maintenance in accordance with FAA approved data and to the standards of good workmanship as required by Airbus Military North America.
• Keep safety of flight in the forefront at all times in the production of an airworthy product.
• Ensure assigned work area is kept clean and free of hazards to both personnel and the components.
• Follow all necessary safety precautions; hearing and eye protection, use of chemicals, engine and propeller hazards, fall protection, etc.
• Accurately and legibly record all information required on internal company forms and aircraft maintenance documents in conformance to company, customer and FAA requirements.
• Ensure appropriate use of the correct tools for the application and that tooling is serviceable and calibrated when necessary.
• Locate, understand and implement the appropriate technical data used while performing maintenance.
• Knowledgeable of painting for aircraft parts i.e. the preparation, painting application, paint safety, etc.
• Perform duties that may be assigned by the Component Shop Lead Mechanic.
• Ensure assigned work area is kept clean and free of hazards to both personnel and the aircraft.
• Follow all necessary safety precautions; hearing and eye protection, use of chemicals, engine and propeller hazards, fall protection, etc.
• As a "safety sensitive" position, this position requires that the employee be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner as an essential job function.
• Comply with OSHA Safety Regulations.
• Participate in on-the-job training as required.
• Observe safety procedures and personnel policies.
• Regular attendance required as outlined in company policy.

• High School Diploma
• Training in Airframe and Power Plant with emphasis on Structures and Composites is a plus.

• Prior structures experience working in a Part 145 maintenance repair operation is preferred.
• Hydraulic experience is a plus.
• 3-5 Years prior experience and/or training on aircraft component repairs and overhaul.
• Certified by FAA with a current Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic license is a plus but not required.
• Familiar with turbo prop aircraft is a plus.
• Parts painting experience is a plus.

• English language is required; bilingual in Spanish is not required but is a plus.

• Less than 5% Potential Domestic and International travel.

• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder) required.

Sitting, Standing, Squatting/Kneeling, Walking, Speaking, Hearing, Vision, Manual Dexterity, ability to work in somewhat confined spaces.

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