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Dynamic Aviation Structures Mechanic (Contractor) in Bridgewater, Virginia
Structures Mechanic (Contractor)
Bridgewater, 1402 Airport Road, Bridgewater, Virginia, United States of America
Req #843
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
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At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppresslarge wildfires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence.
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Purpose: The Aircraft Structures / Sheet Metal Mechanic (Contractor) is responsible for performing heavy maintenance and modifications on Dash 8 and King Air aircraft.
Responsibilities :
Perform scheduled and un-scheduled maintenance, minor and major airframe repairs working in a high-quality, efficient manner
Perform various complex modifications, structures repair, fabrication, plan, layout and structural disassembly/assembly of aircraft and aircraft components
Remove, replace, and repair aircraft structure and components with use of special tooling utilizing applicable technical data
Perform sheet metal bends to guidelines and specifications
Use shop mathematics to determine curves, angles, pitch, etc.
Work with various kinds of metal such as: honeycomb material, aluminum and aluminum alloys, titanium, stainless steel, etc.
Utilize various glues, sealants, epoxy, pro-seal, and in addition to other chemicals/consumables as required per applicable technical data
Read and interpret manufacturer Maintenance Manuals, Illustrated Parts Catalogs, Repair Drawings, Structural Repair Manuals, Service Bulletins, technical directives, drawings, blueprints, and schematics etc. to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing damaged aircraft structure components.
Properly complete required paperwork to comply with Federal Regulations and applicable company policy/procedures
Maintain a safe and clean work environment and report any unsafe conditions
Maintain communication with assigned Team Lead for task updates and status reports
Maintains responsibility for proper execution of parts tag instructions in accordance with Repair Station Quality Control Manual
Assist in the training and guidance of new sheet metal mechanics
Skills/Qualifications:
5 years + recent hands-on experience performing heavy aircraft maintenance and modifications
FAA Airframe & Powerplant license preferred
Relevant trade school or military training equivalent for aircraft structures preferred
Extensive knowledge of sheet metal principals, tools, and techniques
High school education required; some college preferred
Must provide own tools, shadowed and etched
Work well in a team environment
Experience working in an AS9100 / ISO 9001 or DCMA environment preferred
Experience working under FAA Part 145 or demonstrated knowledge preferred
Ability to:
Crawl in and out of tight spaces
Comfortably work at elevated heights of at least 40 feet for extended periods of time
Lift balance, and carry 50 lbs.
Work in enclosed hangars and exterior weather conditions
It is the policy of Dynamic Aviation to prohibit and eliminate discrimination on grounds of race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law. It is also Dynamic Aviation's policy to provide equal employment for all and comply with any affirmative action obligations pursuant to the Federal Executive Orders, 11246 and 11375, as amended.
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
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- Bridgewater, 1402 Airport Road, Bridgewater, Virginia, United States of America