Aircraft Structures Technician 2nd Shift - Cedar Hill - 1477

West Star Aviation Inc.; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401K match

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking an Aircraft Structures Technician for the Cedar Hill, TX area. The role involves hands-on sheet metal work on airframe components, including drilling, riveting, and fitting from drawings, with emphasis on safety and quality.

The position requires basic to advanced knowledge of aircraft structures, reading blueprints, and using related tools; English communication is essential. Training and a path for growth are offered in a dynamic MRO environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Airframe and Powerplant license welcomed but not required.
• Ability to read blueprints and work from drawings.
• Experience with sheet metal processes (drilling, riveting, cutting).

Responsibilities

• Perform basic sheet metal operations on airframe components.
• Apply and remove sealant, sound deadening and finish materials.
• Maintain, clean and repair shop facilities, equipment and tooling.
• Safely operate brakes, presses, riveting equipment, shears and hand tools.
• Use basic computer skills to access manuals and maintenance data.
• Communicate effectively in English.

Skills

Aircraft structures knowledge

Reading blueprints

Work from drawings

Fastening systems

Procedures & techniques

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant license welcomed

Tools

Brakes

Riveting equipment

Shears

Hand tools

Pneumatic equipment

Hydraulic equipment

Electrical equipment

Job description

Aircraft Structures Technician 2nd Shift - Cedar Hill - 1477

Full Time

On-Site

Cedar Hill, TX, USA

DAS Aviation is one of the industry leading repair organizations and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

When you join our team we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.

As Sheetmetal Technician, each day will bring new experiences and opportunities for growth. You will need to have a basic to advanced knowledge of aircraft structures, reading blueprints, working from drawings, fastening systems, procedures and techniques.

What you can expect as a Structures Technician at DAS Aviation:

You Will Be ESSENTIAL To Many FUNCTIONS Including

• Perform basic sheet metal operations such as drilling, riveting, cutting on airframe components.
• Application and removal of sealant, sound deadening and finish materials.
• Maintenance, cleaning and repair of shop facilities, equipment and tooling when required.
• Safely operate shop equipment such as: brakes, presses, riveting equipment, shears, and hand tools associated with sheet-metal functions
• Basic computer skills to be able to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance data bases
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management

Your Education

What you’ll need to bring with you:

A High school diploma or equivalent. Airframe and Powerplant License is not required, but welcome. A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

Your Experience

• Knowledge of sheet metal or fabrication processes (forming, drilling, stamping, shaping, bending, punching, cutting, riveting, filing and dimpling)
• Journeyman: 0-5 years of experience as sheet metal technician.
• Master: 5+ years’ experience as a sheet metal technician.

Your Initiative

We’re looking for team players who are self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Your Sense Of Responsibility

• Attend work every day as scheduled; opportunities to work overtime as workflow permits.
• Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
• Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
• Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer oriented work habits.

Other Particulars

Physical Requirements:

• Lifts 50 lbs.
• Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.
• Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
• Climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas.
• Standing for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements

• Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
• Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
• Work with others in a professional manner.

Supervision

Work under supervision of assigned Team Leader.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in controlled environments in industrial warehouses.

Multiple Departments to include : Teardown/Evaluation, Nacelle and heavy structural repairs, light structures repair on components.

Equipment Used

• Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic.
• Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment.

Company Description

With over 78 years of industry experience, West Star Aviation stands as a leading independent Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) provider. Employing over 3,000 professionals, we offer comprehensive services from our strategically located full-service facilities in East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; Chattanooga, TN; Millville, NJ; Perryville, Missouri; and Statesville, NC as well as satellite locations in Denver, Houston, Minneapolis and Chicago. Our extensive capabilities encompass maintenance, paint, interior, and avionics services, supported by the largest Aircraft On Ground (AOG) network in the country, ensuring prompt and reliable mobile repair services nationwide.