Structural Installation Technician

Talent Shark; Londonderry (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Structures Technician to support aircraft production through the installation and repair of structural components. This role involves working with precision measurement tools and various hand and power tools to ensure high-quality manufacturing of aircraft parts. The technician will also engage with customers, providing technical expertise and assistance. If you're passionate about aviation and skilled in metal fabrication, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative aerospace projects while working in a dynamic environment that values precision and safety.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and perform aircraft part manufacturing.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support production with structural repairs and installations on aircraft.
• Use precision tools and document work according to technical data.

Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

Sheet Metal Fabrication

Precision Measurement Tools

FAA Regulations Knowledge

Hand and Power Tools Usage

Customer Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

FAA Airframe & Powerplant License

Avionics or Electrical Education

Tools

Rivet Guns

Drill Motors

Calipers and Micrometers

Job description

As a Structures Technician you will directly support Production with the removal/installation of structural components, fabrication/installation of metal components and installations of components on composite structures.
Essential Functions:
Accomplishment of airframe structural repairs and alterations including the installation of antennas, doublers, radios, racks, instruments, and equipment
Manufacture or repair sheet metal items as per written instructions, blueprints, and drawings
Properly document work completed in accordance with appropriate technical data and approved procedures and forms
Use of precision measurement tools such as calipers, scales, dials indicators, gauges, and micrometers
Use of hand, power and pneumatic tools such as rivet guns, rivet squeezes, drill motors, sanders, breaks and formers
Open and close areas of the aircraft as required to facilitate work completion
Communicate and interact professionally with customers to educate or answer questions regarding technical aspects within area of expertise
Travel to customer locations to perform essential job functions though our On-the-Fly service
Complete all training requirements schedule by the Training Department, to include regular completion of OJT forms
Maintain accurate and complete time records for both attendance as well as labor
Required Education and Experience:
High School Diploma/GED
Familiar with FAA regulations
Applicant must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints, perform layout, forming, drilling/riveting, and manufacturing of aircraft parts and assemblies. Not limited to sheet metal
Ability to read, write and speak English
Able to obtain an Airport Badge
Preferred Education and Experience:
FAA Airframe & Powerplant License
Some related work experience in Corporate Aviation
Avionics or Electrical education
Experience with aerospace connectivity systems
Experience with Inflight entertainment systems
Familiar with aircraft flight instruments systems
Supervisory Responsibility:
None
Work Environment:
Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the hangar. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.
Physical Demands:
Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. This position is very active and the employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl all day. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds. No specific vision requirements. Objects weighing 70 pounds or more must be accompanied by a second individual to avoid injury. The physical demands 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.
Travel:
25%