Structures Mechanic
Bridgewater, VAFull-time$22.4–42.55/hrPosted 6mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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Dynamic Aviation is hiring a Structures Mechanic. Dynamic Aviation is seeking a Structures (Sheet Metal) Mechanic to perform heavy maintenance and modifications on King Air aircraft. This role involves working with various metals, glues, sealants, and interpreting technical data to repair or replace damaged aircraft components. The mechanic will also assist in training new sheet metal mechanics and maintain a safe work environment.
Key focus areas include Perform scheduled and un-scheduled maintenance, minor and major airframe repairs, Perform various complex modifications, structures repair, fabrication, plan, layout and structural disassembly/assembly of aircraft and aircraft components, and Remove, replace, and repair aircraft structure and components with use of special tooling utilizing applicable technical data.
Successful candidates bring High School Education, Provide Own Shadowed Toolbox And Etched Tools, and Ability To Lift, Balance, And Carry 50 Lbs. Important skills include Collaborative Environment and FAA Part 145 Environment. Preferred (not required): Scheduled And Un-Scheduled Maintenance, Minor And Major Airframe Repairs, Complex Modifications, and Structures Repair.
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Live an Adventure, Master your Craft, Find your Purpose
At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppress large wildfires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence.
Purpose: The Structures (Sheet Metal) Mechanic is responsible for performing heavy maintenance and modifications on King Air aircraft. View a day in the life of an aircraft mechanic through this video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vkp\_9Lp2bAk
Company Compensation and Perks:
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Pay (hourly)
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Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00AM - 4:00PM (with an hour lunch break).
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Committed to our Military Veterans (https://www.dynamicaviation.com/veterans/)
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Comprehensive Benefits
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Medical, Dental, Vision
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HSA (with company contribution) and FSA
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Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
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Employee Assistance Program
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401(k) with Company Match up to 12%
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
Responsibilities:
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Perform scheduled and un-scheduled maintenance, minor and major airframe repairs working in a high-quality, efficient manner
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Perform various complex modifications, structures repair, fabrication, plan, layout and structural disassembly/assembly of aircraft and aircraft components
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Remove, replace, and repair aircraft structure and components with use of special tooling utilizing applicable technical data
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Perform sheet metal bends to guidelines and specifications
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Use shop mathematics to determine curves, angles, pitch, etc.
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Work with various kinds of metal such as: honeycomb material, aluminum and aluminum alloys, titanium, stainless steel, etc.
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Utilize various glues, sealants, epoxy, pro-seal, and in addition to other chemicals/consumables as required per applicable technical data
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Read and interpret manufacturer Maintenance Manuals, Illustrated Parts Catalogs, Repair Drawings, Structural Repair Manuals, Service Bulletins, technical directives, drawings, blueprints, and schematics etc. to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing damaged aircraft structure components.
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Properly complete required paperwork to comply with Federal Regulations and applicable company policy/procedures
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Maintain a safe and clean work environment and report any unsafe conditions
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Maintain communication with assigned Team Lead for task updates and status reports
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Maintains responsibility for proper execution of parts tag instructions in accordance with Repair Station Quality Control Manual
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Assist in the training and guidance of new sheet metal mechanics
Requirements:
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FAA A&P license preferred
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3+ years of equivalent military, trade school, or aircraft structures experience preferred
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High school education required; some college preferred
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Provide your own toolbox (shadowed) and tools (etched)
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Ability to work in a collaborative environment with A&P Mechanics, Inspectors, Pilots, and Engineers to maintain and modify aircraft
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Experience working in an AS9100, ISO 9001, DCMA and FAA Part 145 environment preferred
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Ability to: lift, balance, and carry 50 lbs, crawl in and out of tight spaces, and predominantly work in enclosed hangars, occasionally in exterior weather conditions or elevated heights
It is the policy of Dynamic Aviation to prohibit and eliminate discrimination on grounds of race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law. It is also Dynamic Aviation's policy to provide equal employment for all and comply with any affirmative action obligations pursuant to the Federal Executive Orders, 11246 and 11375, as amended.
Job Details
Pay Type Hourly
Hiring Min Rate 22.4 USD
Hiring Max Rate 42.55 USD
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