Structures Aircraft Mechanic

Dynamic Aviation; Bridgewater (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynamic Aviation is seeking a Structures Aircraft Mechanic in Bridgewater, VA. This role involves heavy maintenance and modifications on various aircraft, including DHC8 and 737. Responsibilities include complex repairs, fabrication, and ensuring safety standards are met. Candidates should have experience in airframe structures and a collaborative spirit to work with pilots, engineers, and inspectors.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe license preferred.
• 3+ years of equivalent experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and balance 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Conduct structural repairs and modifications.
• Read and interpret technical manuals.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school education

Some college preferred

Job description

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At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppress large wildfires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence.

Purpose: The Structures (Sheet Metal) Mechanic is responsible for performing heavy maintenance and modifications on our aircraft (DHC8 and 737). View a day in the life of an aircraft mechanic through this video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vkp_9Lp2bAk

Company Benefits And Perks

• Pay (hourly). Estimated yearly earnings depending on experience ~ $40K - $70K
• Schedule: 6:30am – 5:30pm Monday – Thursday or 6:30am – 5:30pm Tuesday – Friday
• Committed to our Military Veterans
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• HSA (with company contribution) and FSA
• Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with Company Match up to 12%
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company Wellness Program
  

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and un-scheduled maintenance, minor and major airframe repairs in a high-quality and efficient manner
• Perform various complex modifications, structures repair, fabrication, plan, layout and structural disassembly/assembly of aircraft and aircraft components
• Perform sheet metal bends to guidelines and specifications
• Use shop mathematics to determine curves, angles, pitch, etc.
• Work with various kinds of metal such as: honeycomb material, aluminum and aluminum alloys, titanium, stainless steel, etc.
• Utilize various glues, sealants, epoxy, pro-seal, and in addition to other chemicals/consumables as required per applicable technical data
• Read and interpret manufacturer Maintenance Manuals, Illustrated Parts Catalogs, Repair Drawings, Structural Repair Manuals, Service Bulletins, technical directives, drawings, blueprints, and schematics etc. to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing damaged aircraft structure components
• Properly complete required paperwork to comply with Federal Regulations and applicable company policy/procedures
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment and report any unsafe conditions
• Maintain communication with assigned Team Lead for task updates and status reports
• Maintains responsibility for proper execution of parts tag instructions in accordance with Repair Station Quality Control Manual
  
  

Requirements

• FAA Airframe license preferred
• 3+ years of equivalent military, trade school, or aircraft structures experience preferred
• High school education required; some college preferred
• Provide your own toolbox (shadowed) and tools (etched)
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment with A&P Mechanics, Inspectors, Pilots, and Engineers to maintain and modify aircraft
• Experience working in an AS9100, ISO 9001, DCMA and FAA Part 145 environment preferred
• Ability to: lift, balance, and carry 50 lbs, crawl in and out of tight spaces, and predominantly work in enclosed hangars, occasionally in exterior weather conditions or elevated heights
  
  

It is the policy of Dynamic Aviation to prohibit and eliminate discrimination on grounds of race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law. It is also Dynamic Aviation's policy to provide equal employment for all and comply with any affirmative action obligations pursuant to the Federal Executive Orders, 11246 and 11375, as amended.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Aviation & Aerospace

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