Structures Mechanic, B

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is looking for a Heavy Structures Mechanic for a prominent role in San Antonio, TX. The ideal candidate will perform critical repairs and modifications on large aircraft while ensuring safety standards and effective teamwork.

This role necessitates 4+ years of heavy structures experience, specifically with non-porous metals such as aluminum and titanium, along with the ability to work variable shifts. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• 4+ years of Heavy/Depot level Structures on Large aircraft.
• Experience with non-porous metals like aluminum and titanium.
• Ability to work variable shifts including overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform drilling, reaming, and installation on critical support structures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical orders.
• Maintain safety and certification standards.
• Assist team members to meet cost and schedule targets.

Skills

Repair/Modification Experience

Heavy Structures on Large Aircraft

Knowledge of Aircraft Mechanical Components

Ability to Interpret Engineering Drawings

Experience with Hand Tools for Structures

Tools

Structural Hand Tools

Job description

Structures Mechanic

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking a Heavy Structures Mechanic with repair and modification experience for a high profile opportunity in San Antonio, TX.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas
• Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure
• Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, 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
• 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
• The position requires the ability to pass an assessment at the end of training cycle
• The position requires compliance to SA Site Tool and FOD procedure

Qualifications and Requirements:

• US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED
• 4+ years of Heavy/Depot level Structures on Large aircraft
• REPAIR/MODIFICATION Experience is a MUST
• 4+ years of experience working with non-porous metals, such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless
• 4+ years of experience working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
• 4+ years of experience using structures hand tools such as: drills 45 and 90 degrees, pancake adapters, counter sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns
• 4+ years of experience working heavy structures: locating, drilling, countersinking and fastening structures (i.e.. doublers, stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.) to aircraft
• Ability to work variable shifts (i.e. scheduled and unscheduled overtime; weekends and holidays) to support mission requirements and workload
• Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
• Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.
• Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
• Experience understanding and interpreting detailed written and verbal work instructions and processes
• Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
• Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.