Aircraft Structures Technician

Myjob; Altdorf (UR); On-site; CHF 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays a year

15 days paid vacation to start

6 days paid sick/personal time

Premium medical premiums for single &

401(k) retirement plan matching up to

Life and long-term disabilityInsurance

Tuition assistance

Becoming part of the Pilatus family

Job summary

Pilatus is hiring an Aircraft Structures Technician to join the completions team in Broomfield, CO. You will perform fabrication and mechanical installation of complex avionics structures in addition to installation of avionics options and modifications.

A successful candidate will have above-average attention to detail and strong commitment to consistency and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of experience with PC-12/PC-24 or similar aircraft; FAA Airframe License required, A&P preferred.
• Experience in painting and corrosion control of aluminum parts.
• Reading and interpreting detailed and complex technical data, wiring diagrams, etc.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 lbs; climb ladders and work in restricted spaces.
• Must meet the criteria of a U.S. person as defined under ITAR 22 CFR 120.62.

Responsibilities

• Plans, lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and repairs sheet metal and structural assemblies per engineering docs.
• Reads engineering drawings and manuals to guide work.
• Identifies aircraft locations by station, butt-line, waterline per docs.
• Completes work order entries accurately and timely.
• Keeps structural installation drawings and technical information up-to-date.
• Adheres to FAA, FOCA, safety, and company procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Mathematical skills

Manual dexterity

Physical lifting 40 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

FAA Airframe License

Tools

PC-12

PC-24

Job description

Pilatus is hiring an Aircraft Structures Technician to join our completions team in Broomfield, CO. In this position, you will perform fabrication and mechanical installation of complex avionics structures in addition to installation of avionics options and modifications. A successful person in this role will possess above average attention to detail with a strong commitment to consistency and efficiency. Take your career to the next level by joining Pilatus Business Aircraft!

What you do

• Plans, lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and repairs various sheet metal and structural assemblies and sub-assemblies utilizing engineering documents and SRM
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings, technical manuals, and structure repair manuals
• Identifies aircraft locations by station, butt-line, and waterline as shown on engineering documentation and technical orders
• Completes work order entries in an accurate and timely manner
• Ensures structural installation drawings and other technical information used is up-to-date
• Adheres to FAA, FOCA, safety, and company procedures and notify appropriate personnel of any deviations noticed

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 – 4 years of experience working with PC-12 and PC-24 or similar aircraft; FAA Airframe License required, A&P preferred
• Experience in painting and corrosion control of aluminum parts
• Mathematical skills and ability to read and interpret detailed and complex technical data, wiring diagrams, etc
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 lbs.; Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and work in restricted spaces
• Must meet the criteria of a U.S. person as defined under ITAR 22 CFR 120.62

What we offer

• 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9, 600 annually
• Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2, 250 for single coverage and $3, 000 for family coverage annually
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
• Tuition assistance available annually after the first year
• Become part of the Pilatus family

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