Sheet Metal Mechanic for Aviation Needed:

The Composites/Sheet Metal Mechanic is responsible for service, repair and overhaul aircraft to ensure airworthiness.   Works under minimal supervision.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

General

• Has intermediate knowledge of all areas of the aircraft and assigned work area. Repair, modify, replace or otherwise perform routine aircraft maintenance work in specialized area of aircraft.
• Develop repair schemes utilizing SRM or Engineering data. Conduct operational tests.
• Communicate effectively with other maintenance personnel at all levels by keeping co-workers and leadership apprised of work progress and difficulties as they arise.
• Complete job assignments in a timely manner.
• Read and interpret manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins, drawings and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repair, replacement or modification.
• Responsible for accurately clocking to jobs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The following duties will apply based on the area to which the employee is assigned:

Composites

• Repair, replace, and rebuild composite parts
• Utilize OEM and Engineering drawings to modify composite parts
• Accomplish wet lay-up repairs
• Accomplish elevated temperature repairs
• Understand quote process
• Knows all standard chemicals, epoxies, sealants, resins, pre-pregs, composite repair materials and their associated MSDS

• Repair, replace, and rebuild A/C component structures
• Possess basic computer skills
• Repair & modify flight control surfaces and components
• Utilize special installation tools, such as blind rivet guns, etc.
• Utilize OEM and Engineering drawings to modify aircraft structure
• Complete specialized tasks, such as flap peening, cold working, etc.
• Fabricate repair parts using special shop tooling, such as brakes, stretchers, etc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.