Aircraft Structures Technician III

JOB SUMMARY: The Aircraft Structures Technician III is an advanced-level aircraft maintenance professional responsible for performing complex structural repairs, major modifications, advanced fabrication, and troubleshooting of aircraft structural systems. This position serves as a technical subject matter resource within the Structures Department, providing guidance and mentorship to less experienced technicians while supporting heavy maintenance, modification, storage, preservation, and aircraft reactivation programs.

Work is performed with minimal supervision in accordance with FAA regulations, Repair Station procedures, approved technical data, and Company quality and safety standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform complex aircraft structural repairs, modifications, fabrication, and restoration activities in accordance with approved technical data and established procedures.

Execute major structural repairs including skin replacement, frame and stringer repairs, complex assemblies, and aircraft structural modifications.

Perform advanced damage assessment and determine repair schemes using Structural Repair Manuals (SRM), Engineering Orders (EO), and approved engineering data.

Interpret and apply Structural Repair Manuals (SRM), Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), Engineering Orders (EO), blueprints, IPC, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.

Support heavy maintenance checks, aircraft modification programs, corrosion control programs, storage, preservation, and reactivation efforts.

Perform advanced fabrication of structural components, complex layouts, and precision sheet metal work.

Coordinate structural repair activities with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Production Control.

Inspect and verify structural work for accuracy, fit, finish, and compliance with approved technical data prior to subsequent operations.

Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and on-the-job training to Aircraft Structures Technician I and II personnel.

Assist in troubleshooting structural discrepancies and developing repair solutions in accordance with approved data.

Support audits, customer inspections, and regulatory evaluations as required.

Maintain accurate maintenance documentation in accordance with Company procedures and regulatory requirements.

Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, OSHA requirements, Company policies, and quality standards.

Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS Education & Certifications High School Diploma or GED required.

Aviation Maintenance Technician School (AMTS), sheet metal trade school, vocational training, military aviation training, or related technical education preferred.

Experience4 - 7 years of aircraft structures, sheet metal, fabrication, aviation maintenance, military aviation, or related technical experience preferred.

Extensive experience performing structural repairs in heavy maintenance or MRO environments preferred.

Experience working with SRM-based repairs, engineering drawings, and modification programs required.

Prior experience mentoring or training junior technicians preferred.

Qualifications Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Ability to obtain airport driving privileges.

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts.

Ability to successfully complete required Company training and qualification programs.

Tools Requirement Aircraft Structures Technicians III are required to provide and maintain a complete set of personal aircraft maintenance tools necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Personal tools must be maintained in good working…