Structures Technician - Day Shift

Bombardier; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tele Health Program

Job summary

Bombardier is seeking a Structures Technician - Day Shift at the Hartford Service Center to inspect, repair and modify aircraft structures. You will work under supervision to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in aircraft structural sheet metal repair, can interpret drawings, and own basic tools. This role may require OT, outdoor weather work, and potentially SIDA eligibility.

Qualifications

• Training from a sheet metal aircraft technical school or equivalent schooling.
• Typically at least 3 years of aircraft structural sheet metal repair/modification experience.
• Ability to interpret and work with mechanical engineering drawings.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally about aircraft status.
• Own a basic set of hand tools and demonstrate inventory/control of tools.
• Ability to obtain Ground Support Equipment (GSE) qualifications as required.
• Able to work unscheduled overtime including holidays.
• Able to work in seasonal/inclement weather outside.
• Ability to obtain a Security Identification Display Area badge (SIDA) if applicable.
• Basic PC skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, inspect and perform maintenance on customer aircraft.
• Fabricate and modify structural modifications on aircraft parts.
• Perform minor structural repairs on composite components either attached or detached.
• Assist in conducting hidden damage inspection of aircraft structures.
• Assist with complex structural repairs either on or off aircraft.
• Assist with aircraft component repair.
• Remove / install aircraft components as required.
• Comply with environmental health and safety policies/procedures.
• Participate in 5-S activities.
• Perform work in a safe and timely manner.
• Perform and document work performed per appropriate manuals and regulations as required.
• Operate ground support equipment as required.
• Assist with mechanical / electrical removals and installations as needed.
• Assist with maintenance at off-site locations as needed.
• Assist with towing aircraft as needed.
• Assist with other maintenance disciplines as needed.
• Adhere to Bombardier General Work Requirements for factory, shop and/or hanger positions

Skills

Sheet metal repair

Reading engineering drawings

Communicating clearly

Tool familiarity

GSE qualifications

OT overtime readiness

Weather tolerance

SIDA eligibility

Basic PC skills

Education

Sheet metal aircraft technical school training

Tools

Hand tools set

Job description

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Troubleshoot, repair, inspect and perform maintenance on customer aircraft
• Fabricate and or modify structural modifications on aircraft parts
• Perform minor structural repairs on composite components either attached or detached
• Assist in conducting hidden damage inspection of aircraft structures
• Assist with complex structural repairs either on or off aircraft
• Assist with aircraft component repair
• Remove / install aircraft components as required
• Comply with environmental health and safety policies/procedures
• Participate in 5-S activities
• Perform work in a safe and timely manner
• Perform and document work performed per appropriate manuals and regulations as required
• Operate ground support equipment as required
• Assist with mechanical / electrical removals and installations as needed
• Assist with maintenance at off-site locations as needed
• Assist with towing aircraft as needed
• Assist with other maintenance disciplines as needed
• Adhere to Bombardier General Work Requirements for factory, shop and/or hanger positions

How to thrive in this role?

• You have received training from a sheet metal aircraft technical school or have equivalent schooling
• You typically have at least 3 years of aircraft structural sheet metal repair / modification experience
• You have the ability to interpret and work with mechanical engineering drawings
• You have the ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal form on individual and / or aircraft status
• You own a basic set of hand tools with the ability to demonstrate Inventory and control of tools
• You have the ability to obtain appropriate Ground Support Equipment (GSE) qualifications as required
• You are able to work unscheduled overtime including nonscheduled work days and holidays
• You are able to work in seasonal/inclement weather outside
• You have the ability to obtain a Security Identification Display Area badge (SIDA) if applicable
• You have basic PC skills

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

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