Flight Readiness Technicians (Level C)/Structures Mechanics

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; Victorville (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc. is seeking 8 structures mechanics for a contract opportunity in Victorville, CA. The ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience with non-porous metals and aircraft maintenance.

The position requires the ability to perform structural modifications and read engineering drawings. Full-time work involves variable shifts, primarily 10‑hour days. This is a safety-sensitive role requiring compliance with regulatory requirements including potential drug testing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with non-porous metals.
• Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance and repair.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform close‑tolerance drilling and structural modifications.
• Use tooling assemblies for repairs of structural parts.
• Maintain safety protocols during job tasks.

Skills

Experience with non-porous metals (aluminum, titanium, stainless)

Ability to use structures hand tools

Knowledge of aircraft mechanical troubleshooting

Ability to read engineering drawings

Knowledge of safety procedures

Education

High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience

Tools

Test equipment

Forklift

Mobile crane

Job description

Chipton‑Ross is seeking 8 structures mechanics for a contract opportunity in Victorville, CA.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with non‑porous metals, such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless.
• 5+ years of experience working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures.
• 5+ years of experience using structures hand tools such as drills 45 and 90 degrees, pancake adapters, counter‑sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns.
• 5+ years of experience working heavy structures: locating, drilling, countersinking and fastening structures (e.g., doublers, stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.) to aircraft.
• Ability to work variable shifts (e.g. scheduled and unscheduled overtime; weekends and holidays) to support mission requirements and workload.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform close‑tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture‑critical areas.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair.
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot‑level modification and repair of structural parts.
• Knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components.
• Knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non‑complex electrical systems.
• Knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc.
• Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on‑line parts and discrepancy requests.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and job task performance via Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications.
• Assist other team members (General Mechanics, Avionics, Electronics) to ensure cost/schedule targets are met.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous client experience.
• Experience in aircraft heavy maintenance.
• 787 platform experience.
• A&P certification.
• Experience working with composite aircraft structures.
• Ability to operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric‑powered elevating equipment.

Physical Requirements

Lifting, bending, standing, operating machinery, working outside 30% of the time.

Education

Education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g. high school diploma/GED) and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. vocational school/associate + 2 years' related work, bachelor, etc.).

Travel

There is possible travel for training.

Work Hours

Full time, variable shift (1st and 2nd shift). 10‑hour days, 6 days a week.

Additional Information

This work assignment has been designated as "safety-sensitive" by the client. Contractors assigned to safety-sensitive jobs at the client site must first complete regulatory pre‑placement requirements prior to reporting to assignment. Additionally, contractors assigned to safety-sensitive work will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal mandates.