Metal Technician (Aircraft Structural Repair) - F-16 Contract Logistics Support (CLS) - Foreign[...]

Vertex Aerospace LLC; Madison (MS, WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company seeks a skilled technician to train and support IqAF personnel in structural repair and maintenance of aircraft. The role involves hands-on metal fabrication, inspection, and documentation tasks in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have extensive experience in aircraft structural maintenance and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years in structural repair, fabrication, and welding for F-16 or similar platforms.
• USAF 7-skill level (Craftsman) in Aircraft Structural Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Train and assist IqAF technicians on structural repair methods.
• Perform metal fabrication, sheet metal repairs, riveting, and welding.
• Inspect aircraft for cracks, corrosion, and structural damage.

Skills

Sheet metal repair

Blueprint reading

Welding

Education

High school diploma

Technical school training in aircraft structural repair

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Major Job Activities

Key Responsibilities:

• 25% - Train, advise, assist, and integrate IqAF technicians on structural repair methods and inspection standards.


• 25% - Perform metal fabrication, sheet metal repairs, riveting, and welding to restore airframe integrity.


• 15% - Inspect aircraft for cracks, corrosion, and structural damage using visual and NDI techniques.


• 10% - Use and train IqAF in interpreting technical orders, blueprints, and engineering drawings.


• 10% - Document all maintenance and fabrication activities according to program and technical standards.


• 10% - Recommend updates to repair procedures and shop operations to increase efficiency.


• 5% - Support other duties as assigned by Site Leadership.

Material & Equipment Directly Used

Sheet metal tools, rivet guns, metal brakes, welding equipment, grinders, inspection tools, technical manuals, Microsoft Office.

Working Environment

Aircraft maintenance hangar and deployed operational environment; exposure to noise, dust, and metalworking conditions.

Physical Activities

Standing, bending, cutting, grinding, lifting, and working in confined spaces; capable of working with metal and heavy equipment.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical school training in aircraft structural repair preferred.

Certifications: USAF 7-skill level (Craftsman) in Aircraft Structural Maintenance

Experience: 8 to 8 to 10 years in structural repair, fabrication, and welding for F-16 or similar platforms.

Other Requirements: U.S. Citizenship; eligible for Secret clearance; deployable worldwide including Middle East regions; international experience preferred.

Skills and Technology Used: Sheet metal repair, blueprint reading, welding, documentation tools, Microsoft Office.

Contingent Upon Contract Award.

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