Aircraft Structures Technician

Western Aircraft, Inc.; Boise (ID); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid vacation and holidays

401K with employer match

Zusammenfassung

Western Aircraft is seeking diligent Aircraft Structures Technicians to join their team in Boise, Idaho. Technicians will be responsible for inspecting and conducting structural repairs as per specifications. They should have at least three years of aviation experience and be able to work with blueprints and schematics.

The role involves performing a variety of repairs, ensuring proper documentation, and complying with safety procedures. Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum three years of experience in aviation with Small to Large cabin aircraft.
• Experience performing structural repairs and modifications.
• Ability to read blueprints and work independently.

Aufgaben

• Perform sheet metal and structural repairs and modifications.
• Use specialized equipment to measure parts for defects.
• Ensure complete documentation of maintenance work.

Kenntnisse

Aviation experience

Structural repairs

Blueprint reading

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary

Western Aircraft is looking for diligent and detail-oriented Aircraft Structures Technicians to join our dynamic team!

Aircraft Structures Technicians are responsible for inspecting and conducting structural repairs and modifications per blueprint specifications while utilizing hand tools and test equipment as needed to complete assigned tasks to return aircraft to service per FAA and manufacturers specifications.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of aircraft sheet metal and structural repairs and modifications
• Use specialized equipment and tools to measure parts for defects or deviation from specifications
• Ensures proper care of customer property through all phases of maintenance work
• Completes duties within allotted hours quoted for assigned tasks
• Ensures proper and complete documentation of maintenance, repair, and modification all work performed
• Understands and follows safety procedures and utilizes support equipment in a safe manner
• Follows strict dimension tolerances in compliance with FAA, FAR, based on supplied approved data.

Qualifications & Job Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in aviation regarding Small, Mid to Large cabin aircraft.
• Minimum three (3) years’ performing structural repairs and modifications.
• Experience working with composite materials a plus
• Basic knowledge of structural assembly techniques required
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics required
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to follow directions
• Organized and detail oriented
• Airframe Certification preferred for entry and mid level position / Required for senior level position

Other Prerequisites

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Ability to obtain Airport Issued security badge

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in an aircraft hangar environment with moderate noise level. The employee is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Must have the ability for climbing and bending at the waist, crawling, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, and working at heights; Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Available Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• Short term & Long term Disability - paid 100% by Company
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment - paid 100% by Company
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, jury duty, bereavement
• Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account (employer contributions tied to participation in wellness program)
• 401K & Roth 401k with employer match
• Flexible Spending programs

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.