Job Description

Chipton-Ross is seeking 7 Aircraft Structural Mechanic for a contract opportunity in San Antonio, TX.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

o 4+ years of experience working with non-porous metals, such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless o 4+ years of experience working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures o 4+ years of experience using structures hand tools such as: drills 45 and 90 degrees, pancake adapters, counter sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns o 4+ years of experience working heavy structures: locating, drilling, countersinking and fastening structures (i.e.. doublers, stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.) to aircraft o Ability to work variable shifts (i.e. scheduled and unscheduled overtime; weekends and holidays) to support mission requirements and workload o The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds. o Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms o Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required. o Pass visual acuity and color perception tests o Read, write, and comprehend the English language o Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material o Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities o Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation o On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs o Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs) o Frequent walking on flat surfaces o Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces o Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces o Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands o Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time o Occasional contact with metals o Frequent exposure to noise

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical area o Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure o Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes o Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair o Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts o Knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components o Knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems o Knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. o Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests o Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work o Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds o Ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and job task performance via Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications o Assist other team members (General Mechanics, Avionics, Electronics) to ensure cost/schedule targets are met o This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. o The position requires the ability to pass an assessment at the end of training cycle o The position requires compliance to SA Site Tool and FOD procedure

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Accredited High school diploma or GED and typically 4+ years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. WORK HOURS FULL TIME/VARIABLE SHIFT; Must be able to work all shifts. PER CLIENT: Candidates who do not have the flexibility to work all shifts or variable shifts should not apply for this opportunity. ADDITIONAL Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Interim role, Shift work, Weekend work, All shifts,

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