Aircraft Structural Mechanic

About the role

Aircraft Structural Mechanic position available at Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH Global).

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations.
• Rivet structural assemblies and parts using all tools required to do the job (e.g. portable riveting guns, pneumatic guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets).
• Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type size and hole pattern for rivets.
• Check all work and ensure a defective free assembly prior to final inspection.
• Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g. MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs).
• Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners.
• Make repairs per Discrepant Material Tags (DMT), Material Review Request (MRR), Production Change Orders (PCO), performs necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company 5S Program, and complies with all safety regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED.
• Experience requirement ranges from one (1) year to six (6) years related structural assembly experience.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Participation in a DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program may be required.

Skills

• Valid driver's license.
• Participation in a DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program.
• Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.

Benefits

• Up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base planeight (8) paid holidays.
• Per diem split (if qualified).
• Three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable).
• Opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days.
• 401(k) with matching.

Pay

Pay Rate: $21.21 to $33.81 per hour (depending on experience, location, etc.).

Schedule

Full-time, Contract. Contract Duration: 12 months (with opportunity for extension).