Structures Technician - Day Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bombardier is seeking an experienced aircraft sheet metal technician to perform maintenance, repair and modification tasks on customer aircraft at our Hartford Service Center. You will rely on your training to inspect structures, fabricate components and work in a safe, compliant environment.

The role requires 3+ years of repair/modification experience, ability to interpret engineering drawings, effective communication, and readiness to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Trained at a sheet metal aircraft technical school or equivalent.
• Typically 3+ years of aircraft structural sheet metal repair/modification experience.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication about aircraft status.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, inspect and perform maintenance on customer aircraft.
• Fabricate or modify structural parts as required.
• Perform minor repairs on composite components both attached and detached.
• Assist with hidden damage inspection of aircraft structures.
• Support complex structural repairs on or off aircraft.

Skills

Sheet Metal

Drawings

Communication

Tools Set

GSE Quals

SIDA

PC Skills

Overtime

Education

Sheet Metal School

Tools

Basic Tools

Job description

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.

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)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance 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.

Primary Location Hartford Service Center

Employee Status Regular