F-16 Sheetmetal Mechanic

AAR; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Recruiter to join their dynamic team. This exciting role involves working closely with mechanics on aircraft structural modifications and repairs, ensuring compliance with specifications and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aircraft maintenance, with the ability to interpret technical documents and blueprints. Join a forward-thinking company that offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and make a significant impact in the aviation industry, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus package

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance is required.
• F-16 experience is strongly preferred, but other fighter jet experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Reports on work order status to the Lead Mechanic.
• Ensures all work is done according to specification and company policy.
• Conducts oneself professionally through appearance and conduct.

Skills

Aircraft Structural Maintenance

Blueprint Interpretation

Technical Document Comprehension

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field

Associate's Degree in a Related Field

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Principal Recruiter at AAR Corp - Government Services

Estimated Start Date: June 2025

Description
Works closely with other mechanics and maintenance personnel on aircraft structural modifications, upgrades, and repairs. Locates cracks, breaks, holes, and dents in aircraft sheet metal structures and determines appropriate repairs from technical data to restore components to original strength. Identifies damaged or weakened structures, including skins, stringers, bulkheads, and ribs and develops appropriate repair plan to restore component airworthiness. Reads and interprets blueprints and determines dimensions, angles, and contours in performance of structural repair.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Reports on work order status to the Lead Mechanic.
• Ensures all work is done according to specification, regulation, and company policy.
• Ensures that all tools and associated equipment are 100% accounted for.
• Responds to work orders in a timely manner with emphasis on operations support.
• Able to communicate effectively and work well as a member of a team.
• Assists with other duties as required to support the customer and mission.
• Conducts oneself professionally through appearance and conduct.
• All other duties as assigned.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance is required.
• Must meet one of the following requirements:
• A Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of related structural aircraft maintenance experience.
• An Associate's degree plus 4 years of related structural aircraft maintenance experience.
• High School Diploma plus 8 years of related structural aircraft maintenance experience.
• F-16 experience is strongly preferred, but other fighter jet experience may be considered.
• Experience in reading, comprehending, and interpreting technical documents, including manuals, technical data, and blueprints.
• Basic knowledge of various computer applications such as Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook) is a plus.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive salary and bonus package.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off program.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
• Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shifts as needed.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Job

Defense

Primary Location

United States-South Dakota-Sioux Falls

Schedule

Full-time

Overtime Status

Non-exempt

AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Airlines and Aviation