Aircraft Structure Mechanic Security Clearance

Position: Aircraft Structure Mechanic with Security Clearance
Job Title:

Aircraft Mechanic Pay Rate: SCA pay rate of $43.05/hr (37.96/hr + 5.09H&W).

Location:

San Antonio, TX 78226
Duration: 09 Months assignment with possible extension.
Shift

Schedule:

(Candidates should be available to work variable shifts based on business need, 1st 2nd and 3rd shift.) Duties will include, but not limited to:

• Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure and systems in accordance with standard repair processes

• Demonstrates the capability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform modification/repair.

• Use of tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts.

• A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. is required.

• Perform efforts associated with flight controls installation, removal and rigging. Landing gear and servicing of aircraft.

• Perform essential component change outs for example servo pumps, filters and engine components.

• The mechanic will be required to access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests.

• Able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.

• Ensure that all equipment is used in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.

• Diagnose and correct malfunctions occurring in assembly processes.

• Use any and all precision measuring instruments, gauges, tools, etc., necessary to check dimensions and conformance to quality requirements.

• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.

• Must be able to work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays. Mission requirements and/or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime. Ability to perform the following requirements:

• The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.

• Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms

• Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.

• Pass visual acuity and color perception tests

• Read, write, and comprehend the English language

• Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material

• Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities

• Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation

• On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs

• Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)

• Frequent walking on flat surfaces

• Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces

• Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces

• Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands

• Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time

• Occasional contact with metals

• Frequent exposure to noise BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
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• 4+ years in those duties as previously described for satisfactory performance.

• 4+ years of on-aircraft Depot Level/Heavy General maintenance.
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• 4+ years of experience working various aircraft exterior and interior systems such as : hydraulic, flight control, monuments, landing gears, fuel systems, and engines.

• Knowledgeable in shop mathematics and practices

• Experience in working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures.

• Proficient in computer skills including but not limited to: aircraft related systems and basic office software.

• Willing and able to work any shift (Must be able & willing to work various shifts and / or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays; Mission requirements and / or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime)

• This position will require the ability to obtain customer approval for access. Dual citizenship or prior citizenship of any other country may preclude ability to obtain access. A 3rd party background check relating to personal and business finances, residences, employment history, past drug use, prior military service, and criminal behavior will be conducted.