Contract Structures Technician (Experience Preferred)

Embraer; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Embraer in Nashville is seeking an aircraft mechanic with a structures background to inspect, repair, and maintain structural components to ensure safety and airworthiness. You will perform sheet metal work per FAA procedures and repair standards.

The role requires reading technical manuals and drawings, fabricating structural parts from aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, and composites, and documenting maintenance per regulatory and company requirements.

Qualifications

• Understanding of aircraft materials (metals, composites) and their use in structures.
• Familiarity with aerodynamics, stress, fatigue, and load requirements.
• Knowledge of welding, riveting, cutting, and drilling techniques.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, manuals and blueprints.
• Attention to detail and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on airframes, including repairs and fabrication of structural parts.
• Interpret manuals, blueprints and repair drawings to determine repair methods and compliance.
• Use hand and power tools to assemble structural components from metals and composites.
• Inspect for damage, corrosion, wear; take corrective action to restore structural integrity.
• Complete documentation and maintenance records to comply with regulatory and company requirements.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Aircraft structures knowledge

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Repair and fabrication

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School/GED

A&P or structures experience

MRO experience preferred

Job description

Position Summary

An aircraft mechanic with a structures background is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining the structural components of aircraft to ensure safety and airworthiness. Ensures that all sheet metal activities are carried out in compliance with company and FAA repair procedures and policies, and that all work meets specified standards and tolerances.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on airframes, including minor and major repairs, modifications, and fabrication of structural parts.
• Interpreting technical manuals, blueprints, and repair drawings to determine repair methods and ensure compliance with manufacturer and regulatory standards.
• Using hand and power tool to cut, drill, assemble, and install aircraft structural components, working with materials such as aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, and composites.
• Inspecting for damage corrosion, and wear, and taking corrective action to restore structural integrity.
• Completing documentation and maintenance records to comply with regulatory and company requirements.
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment, adhering to safety protocols and quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education:

• High School/GED
• A&P or structures experience a plus, or repairman's certificate may substitute for A&P
• MRO experience preferred

Experience:

• Generally, 2-3 years of experience in area of responsibility working on aircraft structures.
• Able to use tech data and aircraft drawings to locate part numbers and accomplish repairs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Aircraft materials and components: Understanding the properties and uses of metals, alloys, composites, and plastics used in aircraft structures.
• Structural design principles: Familiarity with aerodynamics, stress analysis, fatigue, and load requirements.
• Repair and fabrication methods: Knowledge of welding, riveting, cutting, and drilling techniques.
• Aircraft systems: Awareness of related systems like landing gear, fuel tanks, and flight controls.
• Regulations and Safety: Understanding FAA regulations, aviation safety codes, and industry standards.
• Blueprint and schematic reading: Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and blueprints accurately.
• Precision measurement: Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring tools to meet tight tolerances.
• Tool Proficiency: Skilled use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment for fabrication and repair.
• Inspection and analysis: Ability to detect corrosion, fatigue, and structural damage using inspection tools and techniques.
• Problem-solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving structural issues.
• Communication: Effective communication with team members and other departments to coordinate repairs and ensure safety.
• Attention to detail: High accuracy in following repair schemes, identifying defects, and ensuring compliance with standards.
• Physical dexterity and stamina: Capability to lift heavy objects, work in confined spaces, and perform tasks at heights.
• Adaptability: Ability to quickly learn new procedures and adapt to evolving technologies and regulations.
• Teamwork and independence: Can work both independently and collaboratively, depending on the task requirements.
• Safety Focus: Consistent adherence to safety protocols and quality standards in all tasks.

Working Conditions/Environment/Special Requirements

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required
• Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations

Embraer is an equal opportunity employer.