Aircraft Structures Apprentice - Training & Growth Path

Airborne Maintenance and Engineering Services; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with 5% company

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Airborne Maintenance and Engineering Services in Tampa is seeking an Aircraft Structures Trainee to perform maintenance, repair, and modification on customer aircraft. You will read blueprints and engineering orders to determine repair methods, documenting work per FAA guidelines while using power and hand tools.

A 12-week formal classroom program precedes hands-on duties, with a strong emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a basic mechanical aptitude test.
• Experience in maintenance or skilled trade environments.
• Experience using hand tools.
• Ability to read diagrams and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience in heavy maintenance environments.
• Demonstrates safety-conscious work procedures and habits.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions precisely.
• Displays strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Basic computer proficiency to access digital manuals and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft structures maintenance, repair, and/or modification per data and standards.
• Read blueprints and manuals to determine repair/replace methods.
• Document maintenance work accurately per guidelines.
• Attach parts tags to removed items per guidelines.
• Operate required ground support equipment safely.
• Contribute to a culture of safety and compliance on the shop floor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Ability to follow directions

Reading diagrams

Basic computer skills

Tools

Hand tools

Diagrams/blueprints

Job description

Airborne Maintenance and Engineering Services in Tampa is seeking an Aircraft Structures Trainee to perform maintenance, repair, and modification on customer aircraft. You will read blueprints and engineering orders to determine repair methods, documenting work per FAA guidelines while using power and hand tools.

A 12-week formal classroom program precedes hands-on duties, with a strong emphasis on safety and accuracy.