Aircraft Structures Mechanic II – Lead & Inspect

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET, Inc.); Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated seeks an Aircraft Mechanic II - Structures to perform moderate-to-complex maintenance and modifications to support mission fleet readiness. Focus on sheet metal and aircraft structures, troubleshoot airframe and powerplant systems.

As a Tier II mechanic you will prioritize workloads, provide data for engineering changes, inspect and sign off on work by junior technicians, and ensure compliance with aviation safety standards and

Qualifications

• Must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Combined experience in general mechanical maintenance, structural sheet metal repair, and complex aircraft troubleshooting.
• Advanced working knowledge of technical publications, manufacturer manuals, blueprints, and the ability to accurately complete entries in aircraft logs and records.
• Demonstrated expertise using sheet metal shop equipment (shears, brakes) and precision diagnostic tools (micrometers, dial indicators).
• Proven ability to manage project timelines, prioritize shifting workloads, and guide junior technicians through demanding maintenance workflows.
• Basic knowledge of electrical theory or avionics is highly valued for cross-functional support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and modify complex aircraft structures, sheet metal configurations, and structural components of moderate difficulty.
• Diagnose malfunctions and restore airframe and powerplant systems, including flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• Contribute technical data for Maintenance Engineering Changes (MEC) and Estimated Cost of Damage (ECOD) reports, and assist in MWOs.
• Prioritize workloads, lead maintenance teams through complex tasks, and inspect and sign off on work performed by junior technicians.
• Solve technical issues by interpreting engineering blueprints and manufacturer manuals.
• Safely operate specialized aircraft tools and precision instruments such as torque wrenches, micrometers, and sheet metal brakes.

Skills

DoD Clearance

Sheet metal repair

Blueprints/Technical publications

Project management

Electrical theory knowledge

Leadership

Tools

Sheet metal shop equipment

Micrometers & dial indicators

Job description

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated seeks an Aircraft Mechanic II - Structures to perform moderate-to-complex maintenance and modifications to support mission fleet readiness. Focus on sheet metal and aircraft structures, troubleshoot airframe and powerplant systems.

As a Tier II mechanic you will prioritize workloads, provide data for engineering changes, inspect and sign off on work by junior technicians, and ensure compliance with aviation safety standards and