Sheetmetal Mechanic (CH-53)

Tyonek Manufacturing Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in San Diego is seeking an experienced Sheetmetal Mechanic to perform maintenance on various military aircraft. This crucial role involves advanced fabrication and assembly tasks to ensure the safety and compliance of the structures, requiring significant expertise and precision. Ideal candidates should possess a strong mechanical background and be able to work in diverse environments, meeting specific safety and performance standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years Sheetmetal Mechanic experience.
• CH-53 experience preferred.
• Military or FAA aviation background valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft sheet metal duties including disassembly and repair.
• Analyze and evaluate structural damage to metal systems.
• Use precision measuring instruments for fabrication.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Sheet Metal Fabrication

Structural Analysis

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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General Description

This is job is at a Depot Level repair facility maintenance on types of aircraft, which include, but not limited to AV-8, C-130, C-2, E-2, EA-6B, F/A-18, H-1, H-53, H-60, MQ-8, P-3, P-8. F-35 and V-22. Military aviation platform experience is a plus.

General Description

This is job is at a Depot Level repair facility maintenance on types of aircraft, which include, but not limited to AV-8, C-130, C-2, E-2, EA-6B, F/A-18, H-1, H-53, H-60, MQ-8, P-3, P-8. F-35 and V-22. Military aviation platform experience is a plus.

Duties

• Perform a full range of aircraft sheet metal duties including, but not limited to, disassemble, modify, repair, and reassemble complex aircraft metal items and systems, e.g., bulkheads, airframes, spars, air scoops, wings, flaps, pylons, sponsons, fuselages, skins, ribs, gussets and fuel tanks. These items and systems have combined straight and curved edges and irregular curves and planes
• Analyze and evaluate structural damage to metal systems and items; develop patterns using a combination of parallel and radial line development; fabricate, install, and repair a variety of items and systems made from a wide variety of metals, e.g., stainless steel, copper sheet, magnesium, honeycomb, alloys, aluminum; replace sections and patch old systems; cut, bend, shape, and form metals for items that have numerous irregular angles, planes, and curves with varying pitch and circumference; use a variety of assembly joints, complex fastening systems, riveted or welded joints, drill or punch holes; and assemble or repair items by seaming, bolting, screwing, riveting, tacking. Assembly methods shall meet appearance and strength standards, as well as critical tolerances. As a condition of employment Contractor personnel will be required to pass a FRCW administered certification skills examination
• Use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, protractors, snap ring, height, depth, dial and screw pitch gauges, squares, rulers, trammel points, and sine bars
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years Sheetmetal Mechanic (Aircraft Mechanic II) experience
• CH-53 experience preferred
• A&P license not required but a plus
• Prefer experience from military fixed wing community or civilian heavy structure background
• Experience in heavy structure U.S. Military or related FAA or civil aviation
• Up to 25% travel may be required
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and/or maintain a secret clearance
  
  

Functional Requirements

• Must be able to walk, stand, crawl, kneel and bend on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp, pull over hand, push, reach or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• May be required to lift up to 44 pounds and heavy, moderate carrying up to 44 pounds.
• May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
• Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales with or without corrective lens.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to distinguish color, shades of color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, APU, crane, truck, tractor, etc.
  
  

Environmental Factors

• Work in an inside/outside environment to include working around machinery, objects, vehicles, ladders, and scaffolds.
• Excessive noise and vibration that can be intermittent or constant.
• Environmental conditions can included but not limited to dust, silica, asbestos, fumes, smoke, gas, solvents such as degreasing agents, grease, oils, and electrical energy
• Working on slippery or uneven surfaces
• Working closely with others or working alone
• Possible protracted or irregular hours of work as needed or required.
  
  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / VEVRAA /ADA

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities: Tyonek Native Corporation provides all employees and job applicants' equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without discrimination because of age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by law.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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