Structures Mechanic

Dynamic Aviation Group Inc; Bridgewater (VA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Virginia is seeking a Structures Mechanic responsible for heavy maintenance on King Air aircraft. The role involves performing complex modifications and repairs, working with various metals, and utilizing technical manuals to ensure safety and compliance. Candidates should have a high school education, preferred FAA A&P license, and at least 3 years of related experience. The position offers a collaborative work environment and competitive compensation with benefits including life insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• FAA A&P license preferred.
• 3+ years of equivalent experience preferred.
• High school education required; some college preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and un-scheduled maintenance on King Air aircraft.
• Conduct various modifications and structural repairs.
• Remove and replace aircraft structures; complete required paperwork.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Toolbox preparation

Collaborative work with A&P Mechanics

Reading technical manuals

Handling of various metals

Education

High school education

FAA A&P license (preferred)

Some college education (preferred)

Tools

Special tooling for repairs

Personal toolbox

Job description

Bridgewater, 1402 Airport Road, Bridgewater, Virginia, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, April 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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.

Purpose

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

Company Compensation and Perks

• Pay (hourly)
• Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00AM - 4:00PM (with an hour lunch break).
• Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with Company Matchup to 12%
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Responsibilities

• Performscheduled and un-scheduled maintenance,minor and major airframe repairsworking 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 applicabletechnical 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.

Bridgewater, 1402 Airport Road, Bridgewater, Virginia, United States of America