Aircraft Structures Mechanic Technician I

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) system engineering and information technology firm headquartered in Lexington, KY. We support mission-critical Information Technology (IT) business needs for clients within the intelligence community (IC), Department of Defense (DOD), Veteran Administration (VA), and select commercial clients. Our technical, programmatic, and analytical professionals specialize in commercial technology, customized solutions, and proprietary government systems.

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Aircraft Structures Mechanic Technician I specializing in depot-level modifications and new systems integrations on UH-1Y and AH-1Z aircraft located at New River, NC. This role is essential to supporting upgrade modifications, repairs, and inspection of aircraft airframes to ensure optimal aircraft readiness and operational capability.

Responsibilities

• Perform depot-level modifications and new structural integrations, as well as existing structures modifications on the airframe.
• Collaborate with engineers and technical teams to address and resolve complex structural issues, including documenting inconsistencies and non-conformance, redline documentation, and suggested install corrective actions.
• Document all maintenance actions in accordance with applicable regulations and standards.
• Maintain compliance with quality assurance and safety standards, including adherence to Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790 and local SOP and GOPS compliance guidelines.
• Support aircraft inspections and acceptance procedures and modifications as required.
• Ensure all tools, test equipment, and consumables are calibrated and maintained per established policies.
• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture-critical areas.
• Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure.
• Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure.
• Install structural aircraft upgrades and modifications as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of aviation structure maintenance experience.
• Proficiency in depot-level maintenance procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of FAA, military, and industry standards.
• Familiarity with aircraft structures and airframes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical documentation and team collaboration.
• Proficient in reading, interpreting, and utilizing technical manuals (TD / IDP), blueprints, diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft and structural principles and techniques specific to aircraft airframes modifications and upgrades.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft sheet metal / structural modification and repair.
• Knowledge of aircraft unique tooling such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal breaks, sheers, and ability to operate various hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Competence in using precision measuring tools such as scales, micrometers, and calipers for accurate measurement assessments.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a team environment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Qualifications

• Experience on the UH-1Y and/or AH-1Z platform aircraft (preferred).
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license or equivalent military certification (preferred).
• Prior service in a military or government aviation maintenance environment (preferred).
• Aircraft Avionics / Electrician Certifications (preferred).
• Past Quality Assurance or QAR Experience (preferred).
• Split-Sleeve Cold Working experience.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and manipulate 50lbs independently when needed.
• Must be able to climb on ladders if needed.
• Must be able to repeatedly enter and exit aircraft using stationary steps/stairs.
• Involves long periods of standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, crawling on aircraft structure, and around aircraft for maintenance functions.
• May require working in a confined workspace.
• May require use/exposure to fuels, oils, hydraulic fluids, and cleaning solvents.
• Position is located in a high-noise area within an aircraft hangar/flightline environment.
• FIT for Duty Physical is required.
• May require DOT and Respiratory Physicals.

Tools

Employee must own and provide basic hand tools required.