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Structures Mechanic
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Structures Mechanic
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform structural modifications and installations on aircraft, including fuselage crown doublers, structural reinforcements, and related sub-assemblies. Fabricate, fit, drill, assemble, and install structural components using approved engineering drawings and specifications. Read, interpret, and execute work in accordance with technical STC drawings, engineering orders, flag notes, and other approved documentation. Ensure compliance with installation requirements, quality standards, and customer specifications throughout all phases of work. Understand and adhere to inspection buy-back processes, including 'OK to Install,' 'OK to Drill,' and 'OK to Close' requirements. Utilize aircraft maintenance and technical publications, including AMM, AIPC, FIM, ESPM, SRM, and other applicable documentation. Perform work in accordance with FAA regulations, company procedures, and industry best practices. Maintain accurate documentation of completed work and support inspection and quality assurance activities. established tool control procedures and maintain accountability for all assigned tools and equipment. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment. Other duties as assigned Qualifications Experience performing aircraft structural modifications, repairs, or installations. Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings, STC packages, Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC), Fault Isolation Manuals (FIM), work instructions or other approved technical data Working knowledge of aircraft structural repair and modification techniques. Familiarity with inspection buy-back processes and quality control requirements. Understanding of aircraft maintenance documentation and recordkeeping requirements. Knowledge of aircraft tool control procedures and best practices. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Physical Requirements Ability to work in confined spaces and maintain various physical positions for extended periods, including kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, reaching, sitting, and lying down. Ability to work on elevated aircraft surfaces using ladders, manlifts, airstairs, and other approved access equipment. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds in accordance with company safety guidelines. Ability to use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and structural assembly equipment. Ability to work in a hangar environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, dust, and aircraft maintenance operations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Job Pay Details Compensation $20 - $41 Based on experience. Now (Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated/distributed without explicit consent of ) Now Job Info Location Oak Brook, Illinois, United States Type Permanent Company Details
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Launch IAB is looking for Structure Mechanics for our MRO facility in Wichita, KS The Structures Mechanic is responsible for performing aircraft structural modifications, repairs, and installations in accordance with approved engineering data, Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs), maintenance manuals, and company quality standards. This position supports aircraft modification programs and ensures all work is completed safely, accurately, and in compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform structural modifications and installations on aircraft, including fuselage crown doublers, structural reinforcements, and related sub-assemblies. Fabricate, fit, drill, assemble, and install structural components using approved engineering drawings and specifications. Read, interpret, and execute work in accordance with technical STC drawings, engineering orders, flag notes, and other approved documentation. Ensure compliance with installation requirements, quality standards, and customer specifications throughout all phases of work. Understand and adhere to inspection buy-back processes, including 'OK to Install,' 'OK to Drill,' and 'OK to Close' requirements. Utilize aircraft maintenance and technical publications, including AMM, AIPC, FIM, ESPM, SRM, and other applicable documentation. Perform work in accordance with FAA regulations, company procedures, and industry best practices. Maintain accurate documentation of completed work and support inspection and quality assurance activities. established tool control procedures and maintain accountability for all assigned tools and equipment. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment. Other duties as assigned Qualifications Experience performing aircraft structural modifications, repairs, or installations. Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings, STC packages, Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC), Fault Isolation Manuals (FIM), work instructions or other approved technical data Working knowledge of aircraft structural repair and modification techniques. Familiarity with inspection buy-back processes and quality control requirements. Understanding of aircraft maintenance documentation and recordkeeping requirements. Knowledge of aircraft tool control procedures and best practices. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Physical Requirements Ability to work in confined spaces and maintain various physical positions for extended periods, including kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, reaching, sitting, and lying down. Ability to work on elevated aircraft surfaces using ladders, manlifts, airstairs, and other approved access equipment. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds in accordance with company safety guidelines. Ability to use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and structural assembly equipment. Ability to work in a hangar environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, dust, and aircraft maintenance operations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Job Pay Details Compensation $20 - $41 Based on experience. Now (Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated/distributed without explicit consent of ) Now Job Info Location Oak Brook, Illinois, United States Type Permanent Company Details
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An Avionics Technician installs, repairs, and maintains electronic systems in an aircraft or spacecraft, such as electronic flight controls.
$68,731 / year median in Illinois
+7% projected growth