Aircraft Structures Technician III (AST III) - Oxnard, CA

Hot Section Technologies, Inc.; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 72,800 - 91,520; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, life, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% matching

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Regular team-building activities

Job summary

A specialized aviation repair company located in Oxnard, California, is seeking an Aircraft Structures Technician III. This role involves performing advanced structural repairs and mentoring junior technicians while ensuring compliance with FAA regulations. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role and hold an FAA Airframe License. The position offers a salary range of $72,800–$91,520 annually along with various benefits and a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years at Technician II level or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to perform sheet metal and composite repairs.
• Strong commitment to safety and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced structural repairs at the component level.
• Inspect and classify component damage; determine repair procedures.
• Mentor and support less experienced technicians.

Skills

Sheet metal repair

Composite repair

Mentoring

Safety compliance

Education

FAA Airframe License

Repairman Certificate

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Rotary tools

Job description

Overview

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm

Pay Range: $72,800–$91,520 per year (commensurate with experience)

Regional MRO is an FAA and EASA certified repair station located in Oxnard, California. We specialize in component maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for the regional airline market, serving carriers such as SkyWest, Envoy, PSA, GoJet, Endeavor Air, Republic Airways, and CommutAir.

Our people-centric Lean environment emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and professional growth. Every team member plays a vital role in helping us deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality repairs that support the regional airlines and their passengers.

Impact of the Role

As an Aircraft Structures Technician III, you will perform advanced structural repairs at the component level. This is a senior hands-on position requiring mastery of sheet metal and composite repair methods, an ability to mentor less experienced technicians, and a commitment to FAA compliance. Your work ensures that critical aircraft components return to service safely and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and classify component damage; determine appropriate repair procedures.


• Perform structural repairs and fabrication on cowlings, access doors, fairings, control-surface panels, ducting, and honeycomb/core assemblies.


• Drill, ream, countersink, dimple, and install solid & blind rivets, Hi-Lok, nutplates, and threaded inserts.


• Cold form dents and deformations in metallic components.


• Mix and apply sealants, aerodynamic smoothing compounds, adhesives, primers, corrosion inhibitors, and composite resins; perform limited touch-up painting.


• Operate brakes, shears, presses, stretch-formers, and rotary tools; use calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and CMM (as assigned).


• Work strictly to SRM, CMM, service bulletins, and RS-DER instructions.


• Maintain tools and equipment; support one-part flow and 5S shop practices.


• Mentor and support Tech I/II team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years at Technician II level (or equivalent).


• FAA Airframe License, Repairman Certificate, or military AST training/equivalent.


• Knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43, 65, and 145.


• Demonstrated ability to perform sheet metal and composite structural repairs with minimal oversight.


• Strong commitment to safety, documentation, and teamwork.


• FAA-certified repair station environment; exposure to aircraft components, solvents, adhesives, paints, noise, and fumes.


• PPE required as part of standard safety practices.


• Must pass pre-employment background check and FAA/DOT drug test; ongoing participation in the Anti-Drug & Alcohol program required.


• Standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs. required.


• Health, dental, life, and vision insurance


• 401(k) with up to 4% matching


• Profit sharing


• Paid time off and holidays


• Professional development and advancement opportunities


• Regular team-building activities and monthly company lunches


• Company events

Employment information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level


• Employment type: Full-time


• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology


• Industries: Airlines and Aviation