Aircraft Structures Technician

Aircraft Structures TechnicianWestern Aircraft is looking for diligent and detail-oriented Aircraft Structures Technicians to join our dynamic team!Aircraft Structures Technicians are responsible for inspecting and conducting structural repairs and modifications per blueprint specifications while utilizing hand tools and test equipment as needed to complete assigned tasks to return aircraft to service per FAA and manufacturers specifications.Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerforms a variety of aircraft sheet metal and structural repairs and modificationsUse specialized equipment and tools to measure parts for defects or deviation from specificationsEnsures proper care of customer property through all phases of maintenance workCompletes duties within allotted hours quoted for assigned tasksEnsures proper and complete documentation of maintenance, repair, and modification all work performedUnderstands and follows safety procedures and utilizes support equipment in a safe mannerFollows strict dimension tolerances in compliance with FAA, FAR, based on supplied approved data.Qualifications & Job RequirementsMinimum three (3) years' experience in aviation regarding Small, Mid to Large cabin aircraft.Minimum three (3) years' performing structural repairs and modifications.Experience working with composite materials a plusBasic knowledge of structural assembly techniques requiredAbility to read blueprints and schematics requiredAble to work independently and as part of a teamGood problem-solving skills and ability to follow directionsOrganized and detail orientedAirframe Certification preferred for entry and mid level position / Required for senior level positionOther PrerequisitesPass pre-employment drug screen and background checkAbility to obtain Airport Issued security badgeWork Environment & Physical RequirementsWork is performed in an aircraft hangar environment with moderate noise level. The employee is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Must have the ability for climbing and bending at the waist, crawling, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, and working at heights; Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.Available BenefitsMedical, dental, visionShort term & Long term Disability - paid 100% by CompanyLife & Accidental Death and Dismemberment - paid 100% by CompanyPaid vacation, holidays, sick leave, jury duty, bereavementHealth Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account (employer contributions tied to participation in wellness program)401K & Roth 401k with employer matchFlexible Spending programsWestern Aircraft Inc. has a Drug Free Workplace Policy which includes applicants passing pre-employment testing in accordance with 14 CFR 120. Applicants testing positive for the presence of prohibited drugs are ineligible for employment. DOT applicants who become employees of Western Aircraft Inc. will also be subject to random, reasonable cause, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing.Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Western Aircraft