Airframe Structures Technician

About the role

The Airframe Structures Technician performs repairs to sheet metal and composite components on a variety of airframes in a safe and clean work environment according to manufacturer's specifications, Duncan Aviation approved procedures, and customer specifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs repairs in compliance with Service Bulletins (SB's) and Airworthiness Directives (AD's) and standard fabrication practices of sheet metal and composite components of aircraft in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, Duncan Aviation approved procedures, and customer specifications in a timely manner in a clean, safe and professional manner with minimal rework.
• Accurately order general aircraft parts as needed.
• Performs fitting and installation of fabricated parts and manufactured parts.
• Proposes and seeks approval for alternate installation and fabrication processes as needed to complete the task to the highest degree of quality and efficiency.
• Assists with troubleshooting of structural related tasks.
• Prepares various documents for record keeping purposes, as required by Company policy and FAA regulations (i.e. turnovers, removal sheets, personal training log, etc.).
• Demonstrates proficiency of Duncan Aviation work order system by completing accurate and timely discrepancies and corrective action statements, SB's and AD Compliance statements, final inspection and closing of squawks and work orders.
• Consistently locates and uses appropriate technical data and follows verbal instructions when accomplishing assigned maintenance tasks.
• Performs other related duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• Licenses/Certificates: Airframe and Powerplant license required.
• Attendance: Regularly scheduled attendance required.
• Physical: Routinely lifts up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs.; reads small print; hears sounds associated with mechanical deficiencies; repetitive motion; works with moving parts and vibration; tolerates products, materials and fumes associated with component maintenance; tolerates working in confined spaces and heights above four feet; tolerates standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing and sitting.
• Environmental: Tolerates working in extreme temperatures and in noisy environments.

Qualifications

• Airframe Structures Technician I: High School graduate or equivalent required1 year sheet metal or structures experience required
• Airframe Structures Technician II: High School graduate or equivalent required Two years sheet metal or aircraft maintenance experience requiredFAA Airframe Maintenance Certificate preferred
• Airframe Structures Technician III: High School graduate or equivalent requiredFive years sheet metal or aircraft maintenance experience required

Skills

• Proficiency in Duncan Aviation work order system
• Ability to read and follow technical data
• Ability to troubleshoot structural issues
• Strong attention to detail

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation/Holiday)
• Health Savings Account (employer and employee contributions)
• 401(k) program with 50% match on first 6% contributed
• Tool Account Program for acquiring and growing tool inventory
• In-House Training opportunities or tuition assistance for further education

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and may vary based on departmental needs.