E4B General Mechanic

D.O.M. magazine; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short/long-term disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

D.O.M. magazine in San Antonio, TX seeks a General Mechanic (Associate) to sustain, repair, and modify aircraft structures and components, ensuring safety and reliability for on-site operations. The role demands 4+ years in a mechanical field, ability to read drawings and manuals, and readiness for overtime.

FAA certification is preferred; forklift operation and heavy maintenance experience are pluses. This is a 100% onsite contract role in San Antonio.

Qualifications

• FAA certification in Airframe and/or Power Plant license preferred.
• Experience in a technical or mechanical field using basic hand tools.
• 4+ years of experience in relevant duties for satisfactory performance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and modify aircraft structures and structural components.
• Maintain and repair aircraft components, including flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot-level modification and repair of structural parts.
• Interpret technical orders, blueprints, and manufacturer manuals.
• Ensure a safe working environment through Hazardous Energy and Lock Out/Tag systems.

Skills

Heavy maintenance on aircraft

Forklift operation

Depot Level/Heavy Structures

Titanium aircraft structures

Executive Fleet Platforms

FAA certification in Airframe/Power-PL

Basic office software

Job description

Job Title: E4B General Mechanic Job Description We are seeking a dedicated General Mechanic (Associate) to join our team in San Antonio, TX. This role involves maintaining, repairing, and modifying various aircraft structures and components to ensure optimal performance and safety. Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and modify aircraft structures and structural components.
• Maintain and repair aircraft components, including flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• Utilize airframe and power plant systems to diagnose equipment malfunctions and restore operational condition.
• Interpret technical documentation, blueprints, and manufacturer manuals.
• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation on critical support structures and fracture critical areas.
• Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structures.
• Perform sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving of structures in accordance with standard repair processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements for structural modification/repair.
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot-level modification and repair of structural parts.
• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35lbs.
• Ensure a safe working environment through Hazardous Energy and Lock Out/Tag systems applications.
• Assist team members (General Mechanics, Avionics, Electrics) to meet cost/schedule targets.
• 4+ years of experience in relevant duties for satisfactory performance.
• Ability to work variable shifts, including scheduled and unscheduled overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience in a technical or mechanical field using basic hand tools.
• Experience with various aircraft exterior and interior systems, including hydraulic, flight control, monuments, landing gears, fuel systems, and engines.
• Experience in aircraft repair, modification, and tooling operations and processes.

Additional Skills Qualifications

• Experience with heavy maintenance on aircraft.
• Ability to operate a forklift and riding type electric-powered elevating equipment.
• Experience with Depot Level/Heavy Structures maintenance.
• Experience working with titanium aircraft structures.
• Experience working on or around Executive Fleet Platforms.
• FAA certification in Airframe and/or Power Plant license is preferred.
• Proficient in computer skills, including aircraft-related systems and basic office software.

Why Work Here? This opportunity offers the chance to work on military aircraft, providing valuable experience for future contracts. It serves as a great resume builder and offers potential for direct employment with one of the largest aviation companies in the USA. Work Environment This position is 100 onsite in San Antonio, TX. The role involves working in a factory production environment that includes sitting, walking, bending, kneeling, stair climbing, and operating hand and power tools. The job requires the ability to stand for extended periods and work in elevated or confined spaces. Physical demands include lifting up to 35 pounds, with occasional lifting of weights greater than 35 pounds requiring a two-person lift. Work involves exposure to noise, sealants, solvents, and atmospheric conditions, and requires handling hazardous materials. The role includes frequent reaching overhead, walking, and standing on various surfaces. Job Type Location This is a Contract position based out of San Antonio, Texas. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.05 - $43.05/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life AD D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.