Structural Mechanic
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Hourly rate: $31.85
Contractor benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
Candidates must be able to work both first and second shift.
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Jacksonville or any of the other sites when needed to support associated work.
Required:
• High school diploma or GED or 3+ years of industry or military experience.
• 3+ years of Aircraft Mechanic (Experience in either commercial or defense or relevant trade apprenticeship would be considered).
• 3+ years experience in reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics and specifications.
• Ability to close tolerance drill within .001 and ability to precision measure within .0005 in metallic and composite structures.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite.
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Preferred:
• FAA certification in Airframe and/or Power Plant is desirable.
• Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and environment processes (Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH).
This position requires an individual to work at heights utilizing fall protection equipment. Candidate must be able to obtain Fall Protection Certification. This is also contingency of assignment - Fall Protection Regulations - OSHA 1926, 191066, 1910 Subpart D.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Identify if a fastener is a rivet, blind rivet, screw, hi-lock, bolt or lock bolt.
• Read and interpret blueprints, process data sheets & maintenance instruction manuals.
• Demonstrate knowledge of cleaning, corrosion prevention and control, polish or dry wash tasks.
• Knowledge of common fastener sizes and correct cutting tools for removal and installation processes.
• Remove and reinstall access panels and fairings. Remove damaged screws without damaging surrounding structure.
• Ability to safety wire and install cotter pins.
• Availability to work both first and second shift.
• Ability to apply aircraft finishes (primer and paint), Alodine, and sealants.
• Perform structural repairs and modifications on strike fighters, commercial derivative aircraft, and flight control components.
• Utilize measuring tools such as micrometer, dial caliper, grip gauges, feeler gauge, depth gauge, trimic, and bore gages.
• Fabricate, locate, trim, drill/ream, and assemble metallic and composite components. Makes major/minor modification to aircraft skins and other structural components. Installs rivets, blind fasteners, hiloks, etc. in metallic and composite structures.
• Ability to properly utilize Assembly Jigs (AJ), Repair Equipment (RE), and other similar fixed tooling to locate parts, trim, shim, final drill, debur, and build components to meet Blueprint requirements.
• Ensure aircraft technical logbook, maintenance documentation, work packages and zonal handovers are completed accurately and within prescribed timescales in conjunction with the program leads and managers.
• Knowledge/ability to read and comprehend Airworthiness Directives, Technical Directives and Service Bulletins to effective aircraft.
• Highlight any technical issues, discrepancies or other issues to the program lead and manager.
General Responsibilities:
• Strive for an efficient work effort in all assigned tasks.
• Strive for First Time Quality on all assigned work.
• Follow the guidance and direction from lead, and senior Subject Matter Experts (SME).
• Execute all duties while wearing required safety equipment.
• Complete required company and specific statement of work training requirements.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
• Demonstrate a safe work ethic.
• Have ability to lift and utilize tools, materials, equipment and components in a manufacturing environment, within the lifting standards (max 35 lb per person, 45 lb for 2 person).
• Perform detailed tool inventories daily.
• Communicate using basic computer systems including but not limited to Microsoft Office as needed to complete essential job requirements.
• Contribute positively to our open and honest reporting culture.
• Report all incidents and occurrences in the Safety Management System.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company processes and procedures.
• Maintain a high standard of organization and cleanliness within assigned work areas, “Clean as You Go”.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Be flexible to ensure aircraft are delivered on time to customer.
• Perform other duties as directed by management for the benefit of the company, program or employee(s).
• Be an effective team member displaying appropriate behaviors including Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
Must be U.S. Person for purposes of Export Compliance.
EEO Statement Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status or characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.
