AIRFRAME STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs structural repairs/alterations in accordance with FARs, manufacturer’s technical publications and drawings and within DFJ-WC schedules and FAA standards and regulations.
• Manufactures form and molding blocks.
• Fabricates sheet metal parts requiring flanges and contouring.
• Produces and fabricates tooling and parts to aid in the repair of components or aircraft parts for MRO and SRC.
• Lays out and forms doublers, stringers, angles, channels, zee sections and hat sections.
• Parts fabrication, layout, drilling, riveting, deburring, polishing, and installation of parts.
• Knowledge of close tolerances for interference fit fasteners.
• Bearing and bushing replacement as required.
• Sets up and operates heavy machine tools including but not limited to power brakes, drill press, and shears.
• Ability to execute assigned tasks from a set of drawings, SRM, sketches, or verbal instructions.
• Completes daily tasks with accuracy and completeness.
• Works in a safe manner in accordance with OSHA and Company Procedures advising the Supervisor immediately of any unsafe or hazardous equipment or working facility.
• Maintains a clean working area.
• Completes his/her work within allocated target hours and on schedule.
• Occasionally, performs fabrication and installation of Avionics STC systems, flight controls and associated airframe systems.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Maintains knowledge of current EPA regulations and applicable F.A.R.s.
• Understands and complies with all DFJ-WC employee work rules.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred with additional courses in structural repair and alteration work in recognized service or technical school.
• Must have five (5) years structural repair experience or equivalent.
• Must be able to work from blueprints or sketches.
• A.F.A. “Airframe” license preferred.

Compensation And Benefits

• The compensation for this position typically falls between $29 and $45 per hour.
• This position is eligible for tech leveling to reflect varying levels of experience.
• This position is eligible for overtime and may be eligible for shift differential or relocation assistance.
• Note, the final compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of relevant experience, Falcon-specific experience, relevant education/certifications, geographic location, and shift.
• Our total compensation package also offers comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision), HSA and FSA options, 401k Plan with Company Match, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Supplemental Insurance, Group Legal, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and much more.