Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

Job Description - Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic I (16434)

About Us:

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments:
Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering, and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow.

Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic I - 16434

Description:

The Sheet Metal Technician I is responsible for high proficiency in all minor through major repairs, modifications, E.A.s, with minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Highly proficient in fabrication, cold working, flap peening, and jacking/shoring aircraft.
• Highly proficient in using technical data and drawings to locate part numbers and accomplish repairs.
• Ensure work performed adheres to high quality standards.
• Effectively direct the work of less experienced mechanics.
• All other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Commitment to company values and ethics.
• Dependability: personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accurately.
• Motivation: must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energy.
• Organization: very detail-oriented and always comes prepared.
• Communication: excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
• Initiative: plans work and carries out tasks without detailed instructions, prepares for problems or opportunities in advance, undertakes additional responsibilities.
• Analytical skills: must be able to gather information and use data to determine cause and effect for complex problem solving.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years related aviation sheet metal experience and/or training.
• May or may not have an A (airframe) or P (power plant) license.
• Previous experience in warehousing, handling inventory, and bar code equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Constantly:
  Lifting 10 lbs., standing, walking, wrist flexion and extension, environmental weather conditions.
• Frequently:
  Lifting ≤40 lbs., push/pull