As an Airframe Structures Technician at AEVEX Aerospace, you will play a critical role in ensuring the structural integrity and safety of our aircraft. You will work in a collaborative environment, supporting the maintenance, repair, and modification of various aircraft structures, including wings, fuselages, and other critical components. This position requires a strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
Essential Functions
- Perform structural repairs, fabrications, and proper fastener installation to restore damaged or worn components to their original condition
- Ream close tolerance holes and install fasteners and bushings (with interference fits)
- Successfully remove fasteners without enlarging existing holes
- Plan, cut, bend, drill, fit, form, shape, ream and install fasteners, hand trim and finish
- Attach structural parts and assemblies using hand and power tools
- Layout in accordance with drawings to within tolerances listed
- Introduction to AC 43.13 standard practices as well as company process specifications
- Document maintenance actions in accordance with company policies and procedures as required
- Follows all safety protocols and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to maintain a safe working environment
- Ensures that all work is done efficiently and adheres to aviation safety regulations and industry best practice
- Maintains a clean work environment (including assigned storage and cleaning duties) in full compliance with company standards, customer and government regulations
- Performs other duties as assigned
Standard Essential Functions
- Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the companys policies and practices.
- Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Proficiency in using specialized tools and equipment for maintenance and or repair of aircraft
- Strong knowledge of aircraft hardware, sheet metal materials and processes
- Proficient in identifying, installing and removing common aircraft fasteners
- Attention to detail and the ability to identify and diagnose structural issues
- Ability to read and understand written text, prints and layouts
- Ability to work effectively with team members and other departments
- Strong work ethic and integrity
Education / Certifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
- 3-6 previous aircraft or manufacturing experience
- Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) schooling/license or military aircraft experience a plus
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
Occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds
Frequently required to view objects up close and distant range with hand eye coordination
Occasionally required to reach overhead and frequently reach at/below shoulder level
Occasionally experience a high level of noise, adverse weather or temperature conditions
Frequently required to operate hand tools, equipment, heavy machinery
Frequent pushing, pulling and bending. Frequent entry/exit of an aircraft and working in tight areas with awkward and uncomfortable body positions
Frequent use of ladders and high platforms with fall protection equipment, including walking on top of aircraft
Security Clearance
AEVEX provides a reasonable range of compensation. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific location. The range of starting pay for this position is for the listed location only.
Salary Range
$30—$38 USD
About AEVEX Aerospace
AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The companys capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
