Structures Technician- Flexjet Technical Services (EMS)

Flexjet LLC; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexjet LLC in Cleveland, OH is seeking an experienced aircraft structures technician to layout, fabricate, assemble, mate, install and repair production and prototype aircraft structures and components.

Candidates should have at least 3 years heavy structural experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to work in a team, coordinate with multiple departments, and use Microsoft Office. Reading blueprints and plans is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years heavy structural experience.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years' experience with various aircraft, power plant maintenance and inspections.
• Working knowledge of rigging and installation of operating mechanisms, structures, assemblies and parts.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Coordinate effectively with multiple departments.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain airport SIDA badge.

Responsibilities

• Layout, fabricate, assemble, mate, install, check or troubleshoot and repair production and prototype aircraft structures, parts and mechanical assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, process specs, diagrams, drawings to determine methods and sequence of operations.
• Lay out coordinated hole patterns, cutouts and mating points using precision measuring tools.
• Assemble and fit aircraft parts and assemblies.
• Attach structural parts using riveting and hand/power tools.
• Drill, route, ream, countersink, spot-face and counter bore parts.
• Modify or rebuild parts to mold lines or configurations.
• Modify aircraft structures per engineering requirements.
• Perform experimental and developmental work on experimental aircraft or assemblies.
• Assemble prefabricated parts into assemblies and mate major sections.
• Incorporate major engineering changes and modifications.
• Present a clean and neat work area to customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy structural experience

High school diploma

Aircraft maintenance experience

Rigging knowledge

Team collaboration

Interdepartmental coordination

Planning and organization

Microsoft Office

Driver's license & SIDA badge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Recognized as the global leader in aircraft and component remanufacturing, Flexjet Technical Services (EMS) has redefined the business aviation industry by using reimagined engineering and production capabilities to transform used business aircraft into new modern airframes.

This position is located in Cleveland, OH.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Layout, fabricate, assemble, mate, install, check or troubleshoot and repair production and prototype aircraft structures, parts and mechanical assemblies
• Read and interpret information from mechanical/structural, blueprints, planning, process specifications, diagrams, engineering drawings and sketches, and other instructions to determine the methods and sequence of operations to layout, assemble, and install precision parts and assemblies
• Layout coordinated hole patterns, cutouts, trim lines, mating points, assembly and installation locations using precision measuring instruments and equipment
• Assemble and mate aircraft parts and assemblies
• Attach structural parts and assemblies using riveting and hand and power tools, hand trim and finish
• Drill, route, ream, countersink, spot-face and counter bore parts
• Modify or rebuild parts to mold line or configuration changes
• Modify aircraft structure, installation and mechanical systems in accordance with engineering requirements
• Perform experimental and developmental work operations on experimental aircraft or assemblies
• Assemble prefabricated parts into assemblies and mate major sections of aircraft assemblies
• Incorporate major engineering changes and modifications
• Present a clean and neat work area to customers
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Minimum of three (3) years heavy structural experience
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Minimum of five (5) year's experience with various types of aircraft, power plant maintenance and inspections
• Working knowledge of rigging and installation of operating mechanisms structures, assemblies and parts, related systems and equipment, and assembly shop practices
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to effectively coordinate with multiple departments
• Planning and organizational skills necessary
• Computer experience in Microsoft Office software products
• Must have valid driver's license, ability to achieve airport SIDA badge status

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.