Aircraft Mechanic II (Sheet Metal)

Kinsley Power Systems; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Aircraft Mechanic II (Sheet Metal) to support vital projects at a military base. This role involves designing, repairing, and fabricating aircraft components, ensuring structural integrity while applying advanced techniques in metalworking and corrosion treatment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in aircraft maintenance, particularly in sheet metal work, and hold relevant certifications. Join a forward-thinking company that values quality and customer satisfaction, offering a dynamic work environment where your expertise will directly contribute to mission success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in aircraft maintenance, particularly as a sheet metal mechanic.
• Knowledge of corrosion treatment and aircraft structural integrity.
• Experience in fabricating and repairing aircraft components.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate aircraft parts, ensuring structural integrity.
• Inspect and repair aircraft components, applying preservative treatments.
• Utilize metalworking tools for repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Sheet Metal Fabrication

Corrosion Identification

Metalworking Tools

Aerospace Materials Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Military Service Aircraft Maintenance Program

A&P License

Tools

Metalworking Equipment

Hazardous Waste Handling Tools

Job description

The mission of Global Logistics Support Services, Incorporated (GLSS) is to provide Maintenance, Supply, Logistics, and Technical Support Services that meet or exceed customer requirements. GLSS delivers effective, quality services and builds customer satisfaction through continuous performance and process improvements. GLSS is AS9100, ISO9001 certified by NSF-ISR.

Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, GLSS is a Wholly Owned Subsidiary of System Studies and Simulation, Inc (S³).

GLSS is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic II (Sheet Metal) to support on-going projects at Patrick Space Force Base, FL.

(This position is contingent on award of contract). Military experience is highly desired.

Job duties:

• Designs, repairs, modifies, and fabricates aircraft, metal, plastic, composite, advanced composite, low observables, bonded structural parts, and components.

• Applies preservative treatments to aircraft, missiles, and support equipment.

• Assembles structural parts and components to meet requirements for preserving structural integrity. Assesses damage to aircraft structural components.

• Advises on repairs, modification, and corrosion protection treatment with respect to original strength, weight, and contour to maintain structural integrity.

• Applies preservative treatments to aircraft, missiles, and support equipment.

• Inspects structures and components and determines operational status.

• Uses metalworking equipment and tools to form, cut, bend, and fasten replacement or repair parts to damaged structures and components.

• Fabricates, repairs, and assembles tubing and cable assemblies for aerospace weapon systems and support equipment.

• Maintains and inspects tools and equipment.

• Stores, handles, and dispose of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards.

• This mechanic can issue tools if needed in the absence of supply technician.

Sheet Metal Experience:

• Preferred minimum of five years total and two years recent (within 4 years of task order PoP start) in USAF aircraft maintenance support as a sheet metal mechanic.

• Experience in performing or supervising functions such as fabricating, repairing, assembling, or installing aircraft metals, plastics, fiberglass, composites, or honeycomb parts.

• Corrosion identification, removal, and applying coatings and markings is highly desirable.

• Red X signoff qualified.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Active Secret Clearance.

• Graduate of Military Service Aircraft Maintenance Program or A&P License highly desirable.

• Normal color vision as defined in AFI 48-123, Medical Examinations and Standards is mandatory for this specialty.

Sheet Metal Knowledge requirements:

• Aircraft construction features; identification and characteristics of aerospace materials.

• Repair of metal, tubing, cable, plastic, fiberglass, bonded honeycomb, and composite structural components; shop drawing and sheet metal layout techniques.

• Shop mathematics; corrosion identification, removal, repair, and prevention.

• Cleaning of metals; application of protective coatings, low observable materials, and markings.

• Proper use, mixing, and storage of acids, solvents, alcohol, caustics, primers, and paints.

• Proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste and materials.

• Sheet metal mechanics shall have knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical principles of aircraft systems.

• Knowledge of ground support equipment required to perform modification of the aircraft.

Systems Studies and Simulation, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Company: GLSS