Aircraft Structures Technician (AME - S or Military Equivalent)

IMP Aerospace & Defence; California; On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package includes RSP

Tuition reimbursement

Climate controlled workspace

Free parking onsite

Long service awards

Volunteer grant program

Scholarship program

Job summary

IMP Aerospace & Defence seeks an Aircraft Maintenance professional to perform structural repairs on aircraft components and ground support equipment. Responsibilities include inspecting, repairing, modifying and replacing structural parts with advanced techniques and tools.

The role requires 3+ years in aviation maintenance, a recognized repair course or AME license, and the ability to travel to support operations at various bases. CGP and Security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an aircraft structural repair course or apprenticeship.
• Must hold a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineers license or be qualified in the Canadian Armed Forces or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of aviation maintenance experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform first, second and third level repairs on aircraft structures and ground support equipment.
• Conduct structural inspections and maintenance for line and scheduled maintenance teams.
• Assist with corrosion control, repairs, modifications and component replacements.

Skills

Aircraft structures

Corrosion control

Technical documentation

Computer skills

Vehicle operation

AME license/qualifications

3+ years experience

Security clearance

Education

Aircraft structural repair course

AME license

Job description

Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence

IMP Aerospace & Defence’s Canadian Search and Rescue Helicopter program has provided all aspects of support to Canada’s fleet of Cormorant Search and Rescue (SAR) CH-149 helicopters for over twenty years. Operating from across Canada at three Main Operating Bases, Gander NL, Greenwood, NS, and Comox, BC and headquartered in the Cormorant Support Centre in Halifax, NS, the program provides comprehensive, turnkey In-Service Support to Canada’s Cormorant helicopters. This unique program provides the RCAF with a full suite of all levels of support to this critical 24/7/365 mission.

Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence

IMP Aerospace & Defence’s Canadian Search and Rescue Helicopter program has provided all aspects of support to Canada’s fleet of Cormorant Search and Rescue (SAR) CH-149 helicopters for over twenty years. Operating from across Canada at three Main Operating Bases, Gander NL, Greenwood, NS, and Comox, BC and headquartered in the Cormorant Support Centre in Halifax, NS, the program provides comprehensive, turnkey In-Service Support to Canada’s Cormorant helicopters. This unique program provides the RCAF with a full suite of all levels of support to this critical 24/7/365 mission.

Position Overview

Perform First, Second and Third Level repairs on aircraft structural components and ground support equipment. This will include, but not be limited to, the assessment of damage, control of corrosion, repairs, modification and replacement of aircraft structures and structural components (inclusive of advanced composite repair), using recognized techniques and specialized tools and equipment.

What You Will Do

• Perform structural inspections, repair, and maintenance procedures in support of both the line maintenance and scheduled maintenance teams.
• Ramp duties will include, but not be limited to, pre/post flight support, marshalling, parking, towing, fueling/defueling and installation/removal of required mission equipment and crash and salvage response.
• Fly as necessary in support of maintenance, ferry and deployment operations.
• Travel and work at other main operating bases, deployments in support of operations at remote sites, mobile repair parties and ferry flights.
• Provide on-job-training to other employees.
• Attend training for trade and personnel development and for qualification/certification purposes.
• Sweep and clean hangar, shop, stores and office areas, remove all debris accumulated by tasks performed and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Adhere to policies, procedures and directives established by the Company.
• Provide supervision to other employees.
• Perform other tasks as may be required from time to time.

What You Will Bring

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft structures and structural components, inspection techniques, damage assessment, aircraft materials and hardware, use of special tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of corrosion control techniques.
• Capable of reading and interpreting technical documentation such as maintenance manuals, work packages, drawings, blueprints and Standard Plant Procedures.
• Ability to use standard computer programs and such specialized ones as may be necessary in the performance of the duties.
• Ability to drive vehicles and tow tractors.
• Graduate of a recognized aircraft structural repair course or apprenticeship program and hold a current Aircraft Maintenance Engineers license or be qualified as an aircraft structures technician within the Canadian Armed Forces or equivalent commercial experience.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in aviation maintenance is required.
• Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), and Secret Level II Security Clearance through PSPC- Contract Security Program.

What We Will Do For You

• All of IMP's benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position
• We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package, including RSP Program
• Climate controlled workspace
• All tools and necessary PPE provided by IMP
• Free parking onsite
• Attractive working hours
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Long Service Awards
• Volunteer Grant Program
• Scholarship Program

IMP is committed to Employment Equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. We welcome applicants from Indigenous People, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self identify on either your cover letter or resume.