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.
• Prepares and completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
• 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 or Repairman's Certificate required; Powerplant Certificate preferred; valid driver's license and acceptable driving record; Respirator Fit qualified; Man Lift qualified; tool inventory per department tool list 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

• Education And Experience:
  • Airframe Structures Technician I: High School graduate or equivalent requiredPrevious sheet metal experience or training preferred
  • 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
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills

Benefits

Available Benefits Moving is expensive and hard work! Relocation Assistance is available for those that qualify.Duncan offers a comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation/Holiday) that is available to team members on day one.Plan for your medical needs with a Health Savings Account (employer and employee contributions).Save for your future through our 401(k) program where you can begin contributions within your first 45 days, 50% match on first 6% contributedParticipate in Duncan Aviation’s Tool Account Program, to acquire & grow your Tool Inventory all while making interest free paymentsTake advantage of a variety of In-House Training opportunities, or use Tuition Assistance to further your education. Duncan Aviation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled