Aircraft Nacelles Technician - Weekend Shift - 1514

DAS Aviation is one of the industry-leading repair organizations, recognizing that its success stems from a talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. The company is committed to providing personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small-company feel.

About the role

As a Weekend Nacelles Technician, each day will bring new experiences and opportunities for growth. You will need a basic to advanced knowledge of aircraft structures, reading blueprints, working from drawings, fastening systems, procedures, and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic sheet metal operations such as drilling, riveting, and cutting on airframe components.
• Apply and remove sealant, sound deadening, and finish materials.
• Maintain, clean, and repair shop facilities, equipment, and tooling as required.
• Safely operate shop equipment such as brakes, presses, riveting equipment, shears, and hand tools associated with sheet-metal functions.
• Use basic computer skills to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance databases.
• Communicate effectively and clearly (speak, write, read) in English.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned by a supervisor or management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Airframe and Powerplant License is welcome but not required.
• Valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal but not mandatory.
• Knowledge of sheet metal or fabrication processes (forming, drilling, stamping, shaping, bending, punching, cutting, riveting, filing, and dimpling).
• Journeyman: 0-5 years of experience as a sheet metal technician.
• Master: 5+ years of experience as a sheet metal technician.
• Self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment with specific deadlines and time constraints.
• Attend work every day as scheduled; opportunities to work overtime as workflow permits.
• Notify supervisor in advance if unable to work a shift.
• Reliable transportation to get to work each day.
• Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
• Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer-oriented work habits.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Routine walking, bending, squatting, or sitting.
• Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
• Climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas.
• Stand for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements

• Understand and implement regulations and guidelines.
• Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
• Work with others in a professional manner.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in controlled environments in industrial warehouses.
• Work under the supervision of an assigned Team Leader.
• Multiple departments include Teardown/Evaluation, Nacelle and heavy structural repairs, and light structures repair on components.

Equipment Used

• Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic.
• Pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical equipment.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits starting on day one.
• 401K match.
• Time off accruals.
• Weekly pay days.