Structures Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

The A&P Structures Mechanic must accurately repair and perform scheduled maintenance on all airplanes and perform inspections as required by the FAA.

Essential Functions

1. Performs structural modifications and repairs to aircraft.
2. Assist the shop with meeting schedule needs to make on-time delivery of the aircraft to support missions.
3. Use precision measuring equipment and hand tools to fabricate, assemble and install aircraft structural components.
4. Works effectively with engineering in recommending design enhancements and productivity improvements.
5. Operates all required ground support equipment. 
6. Effectively troubleshoots and repairs all aircraft and customer systems. 
7. Prompt and regular attendance.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are primarily Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a one thirty minute unpaid lunch. However, evening and weekend shifts may be required as job duties demand. 

Travel

CONUS and OCONUS travel is required. As requested by the customer, travel can be for extended durations.

Required Education and Experience

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Minimum of three (3) years' experience in Structural Aircraft Maintenance and Modification.
   
3. Aircraft Movement. 
4. Extensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactions.
5. Thorough working knowledge of all current FAA regulations, IPC and ATA codes.

  Preferred Education and Experience

1. Six (6) years' of aircraft-related experience in Structural Maintenance and Modification.
2. Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
   
3. King Air B350 structural modification. 
4. Prior training experience on aircraft mechanical systems.

Other Hiring Requirements 

1. Valid Driver's License.
2. U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain/maintain a United States Security Clearance.
   
3. Must pass a DOT/FAA regulated drug screening.
4. Must be able to obtain a passport.
   
5. Mechanical Aptitude.
6. Veteran Status Preferred.

Benefits 

1. Company-paid Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for employee.
2. Company-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
3. Supplemental Insurance: Aflac, Gap Insurance, and TriCare.
4. Supplemental  Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
5. 401(k).
6. Accruing Paid Time Off.
7. Floating Holiday Time.

Applications, cover letters and resumes must be submitted online via BambooHR. 

DST LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, DST complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

DST expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of DST’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.