Structural Modification Mechanic

Yingling Aviation Inc; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Health insurance and retirement plans

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Yingling Aviation Inc. seeks a Structural Modification Mechanic in Wichita, KS. Responsibilities include modifying and repairing aircraft structures per manuals, completing structural modifications, and fabricating sheet metal parts from blueprints.

The role requires extensive sheet metal experience, blueprint reading, and the ability to work in an MRO environment with safety as a priority. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in Aircraft Sheet Metal with 3+ years in Modifications
• Reading and interpreting blueprints is a must
• Reading precision measuring equipment
• Must meet Airport Authority badge requirements with no ramp restrictions
• Starlink/GoGo Installation Experience would be a plus

Responsibilities

• Modify and repair aircraft systems and structures
• Complete structural modifications to Aircraft and STC Installations
• Accomplish Airframe structural repairs, including corrosion and crash damage repair
• Fabricate detail Sheet Metal parts from Blueprints
• Maintain tools and test equipment for assigned tasks
• Work with shop and office staff to ensure smooth workflow
• Provide backup when aircraft are moved in/out of hangers
• Any other tasks assigned by management

Skills

Sheet metal experience

Modifications experience

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Starlink/GoGo Installation Experience

Job description

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Structural Modification Mechanic

Full Time Manual Labor Wichita, KS, Wichita, KS, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1163

The Structural Modification Mechanic is responsible for modifying and repairing aircraft systems and structures in accordance with the maintenance manuals, drawings, STC’s, etc. within a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) environment.

Take your sheet metal expertise to new heights!

Duties & Responsibilities:

Modify and repair aircraft systems and structures

Complete structural modifications to Aircraft and STC Installations

Accomplish Airframe structural repairs, including corrosion damage repairs, and crash damage repair

Fabricate detail Sheet Metal parts from Blueprints

Become familiar with all technical publications (maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, etc.) concerning aircraft maintained at this facility

Own and maintain basic hand tools and test equipment to perform assigned tasks

Work and communicate closely with other shop and office personnel to assure smooth transition of all customer aircraft.

Become familiar and proficient with all shop test and maintenance gear

Perform all tasks assigned by Management in a timely and safe manner

Maintain a Professional demeanor towards all Customers, be courteous, informative and sincere

Maintain a clean and neat work area. Help with other housekeeping duties as assigned

Provide backup to line personnel when they are moving aircraft in and out of the hangers

Other activities and projects as approved by the Director of Maintenance or the Program/Department Manager.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work of the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6+ years in Aircraft Sheet Metal with 3+ years in Modifications
• Reading and interpreting blue prints is a must
• Reading precision measuring equipment
• Use of sheet metal related shop equipmentMust meet the requirements of Airport Authority to receive a badge and have no ramp restrictions
• Starlink/GoGo Installation Experience would be a plus

Communication Skills:

Must be able to read and speak English. Must be able to communicate effectively with other personnel.

Mathematical Skills:

Basic math skills.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Budget Responsibility:

Assist department managers in maintaining a specified budget.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a current and valid driver’s license

Computer Skills:

Basic computer aptitude preferred.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Occasional periods of walking, sitting, rotation, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
Occasionally lifting up to 25 lbs, and frequently lifting up to 10 lbs.

Frequent exposure to general shop conditions, engine noise.
Frequent exposure to aircraft exhaust, moving mechanical parts, lubricants, metals, and solvents.
Frequent exposure to seasonal weather.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic, supportive team culture that values innovation and collaboration.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.