Structures Mechanic

Dynamic Aviation; Bridgewater (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

A leading aviation solutions provider in Bridgewater, Virginia, is seeking a Structures (Sheet Metal) Mechanic responsible for performing heavy maintenance and modifications on King Air aircraft. Applicants should preferably hold an FAA A&P license and have 3+ years of relevant experience. A high school education is required, with benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans. Engage in a collaborative environment while repairing aircraft structures and ensuring safety compliance in all activities.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P license preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in aircraft structures preferred.
• High school education required; some college preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft.
• Execute complex modifications and structural repairs.
• Maintain a safe work environment and communicate tasks.

Skills

FAA A&P license

Collaborative work environment

Experience with aircraft structures

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school education

Some college

Tools

Own toolbox and tools

Job description

Overview

Live an Adventure, Master your Craft, Find your Purpose

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. View a day in the life of an aircraft mechanic through this video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vkp_9Lp2bAk

Purpose

The Structures (Sheet Metal) Mechanic is responsible for performing heavy maintenance and modifications on King Air aircraft.

Company Compensation And Perks

• Pay (hourly)
• Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00AM - 4:00PM (with an hour lunch break).
• 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)

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and un-scheduled maintenance, minor and major airframe repairs working in a high-quality, efficient manner
• Perform various complex modifications, structures repair, fabrication, plan, layout and structural disassembly/assembly of aircraft and aircraft components
• Remove, replace, and repair aircraft structure and components with use of special tooling utilizing applicable technical data
• 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
• Assist in the training and guidance of new sheet metal mechanics

Requirements

• FAA A&P 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.