Structural/ Sheet Metal Aircraft Installer

Job Description

A client of Insight Global is looking for a Structural Aircraft Installer to be responsible for performing structural modifications, repairs, and installations on developmental and prototype aircraft, with a focus on military and general aviation rotorcraft. Day-to-day responsibilities include interpreting engineering drawings, assessing structural integrity, developing and implementing fatigue repair plans, and installing patches, splices, and other structural repairs in accordance with FAA-approved data and industry best practices. The position works closely with engineering and logistics teams to improve installation documentation, supports aircraft maintenance and operations as needed, and assists with maintaining tools and bench stock. Candidates will leverage extensive aircraft structures experience, particularly on rotorcraft platforms such as the UH-60/S-70, while supporting FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) and Army Modification Work Order (MWO) development efforts and traveling as required to support customer programs.

Skills and Requirements

• Read and interpret drawings to install/modify structural components on developmental/prototype aircraft.
• Provides feedback to engineering and logistics personnel in order to produce installation documents.
• Assess structural integrity and develop fatigue mitigation plan through the use of drawings and approved data. Implements those plans by installing patches, splices and other repairs to restore aircraft to original design specifications IAW FAA approved and industry standard techniques.
• Install and modify aircraft structural systems IAW installation drawings and industry standards / best practices.
• Operate and maintain company-owned and customer rotorcraft as required IAW approved data.
• Assist in developing and maintaining bench stock and tool room as needed.
• Travel as required to support company programs and customer requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess (or eligible to attain) FAA Airframe and Power Plant Certification.
• Experience with General Aviation and Military Rotorcraft required. Experience with UH-60 / S-70 highly desired.
• Must have 6-10 years experience in aircraft structures modification and repair with at least 2 years of this experience in accordance with approved FAA standards and specifications.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance
• Experience in development of FAA Supplemental Type Certificates or US Army Modification Work Orders is required.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].