Aircraft Mechanics I, II, & III

About the role

Team Yulista is seeking skilled Aircraft Mechanics I, II, & III (Sheet Metal) to join our team. These roles involve assessing aircraft damage, drafting repair procedures, and performing advanced metalworking tasks to keep aircraft mission-ready.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and assess damage to aircraft structural components and formulate proper repair/replacement procedures utilizing applicable technical data.
• Remove and install close tolerance, high-strength fasteners in major aircraft structural components.
• Advise on structural repair, modification, and corrosion protection treatment with respect to original strength, weight, and contour to maintain structural integrity.
• Perform post repair flight control weight and balance functions as well as control surface rigging per designated technical orders.
• Inspect components/repairs for structural serviceability according to specifications and technical publications.
• Manufacture and use jigs, fixtures, forms, and molds to fabricate repair or replacement parts.
• Utilize advanced metalworking practices, equipment, and tools to form, cut, bend, and fasten replacement or repair parts to damaged structures and components.
• Use shop drawing and metal layout techniques; shop mathematics; corrosion identification, removal, repair, and prevention; cleaning of metals; application of protective coatings, and markings.
• Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements.
• Store, handle, and dispose of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards and company processes.
• Operate and maintain related aircraft Support Equipment (SE).
• Use automated maintenance systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, document maintenance actions, and time change database.
• Perform regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walks.
• Maintain strict tool control procedures. Report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor. Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis and replace worn or broken tools.
• Comply with safety rules and regulations while performing day-to-day maintenance. Promptly report all accidents, injuries, safety violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to supervisor.
• Maintain equipment records. Enter in the maintenance records description of the work performed and verify the work was performed satisfactorily.
• The Aircraft Structural Mechanic will be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of relevant aircraft structural maintenance experience with fixed / rotary wing commercial, Government or DOD aircraft or equivalent for Mechanic I.
• 5+ years of relevant aircraft depot level structural maintenance experience with fixed / rotary wing commercial, Government or DOD aircraft for Mechanic II.
• 12+ years of relevant aircraft structural maintenance experience with fixed / rotary wing commercial, Government or DOD aircraft and 5+ years of depot level structural maintenance experience for Mechanic III.
• Previous Air Force Specialty Code 2A753 / 2A773 highly desirable for Mechanic II and Mechanic III.
• Multi aspect aviation qualifications / certifications / disciplines and ability to train these skills a must for Mechanic III.
• Experience supporting DoD contracts for all levels.
• Strong knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within depot level maintenance required for all levels.
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airplane and/or Powerplant certification a plus for Mechanic II and Mechanic III.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance for all levels.

Skills

• Knowledgeable in depot level processes and procedures for replacement of major structural components.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as engineering drawings, technical documentation, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Good decision analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Able to communicate issues to management.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred.
• Knowledgeable of fixed wing aircraft construction features, identification and characteristics of aerospace materials to include proper use, mixing, and storage of acids, solvents, alcohol, caustics, primers, and paints; and proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste and materials.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures of depot fabrication / repair / replacement of metal components, tubing, cable, plastic, fiberglass, bonded honeycomb, and composite structural components.
• Ability to utilize respirator, forced air, or other breathing equipment during the performance of assigned duties.
• Able to enter data accurately into databases.
• Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
• Able to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista goals.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• High degree of self-motivation.
• Ability to multi-task.

Benefits

Yulista offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including numerous hourly premiums, along with a rewarding, challenging career path and strong potential for upward mobility and growth.

Pay

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Schedule

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