Aircraft Structures Tech III

This position is contingent on contract award. General Description Sheet metal personnel support KC-135 aircraft maintenance operations. This position is based at Fairchild AFB, WA and requires CONUS/OCONUS travel to support maintenance operations throughout the United States and overseas. Ideal candidates have extensive experience performing aircraft structural repairs, modifications, fabrication, and corrosion repair while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. Duties Performs documentation of maintenance, modification, and repair activities. Perform and conduct routine inspections, special inspections, and troubleshooting; as well as inspect the same tasks of other technicians as required by regulations. Comply with both host facility safety and quality regulations/requirements as well as all applicable Tyonek quality and safety policies to ensure program success. Perform aircraft structural repairs and modifications. Fabricate, install, and repair aircraft sheet metal components. Repair aircraft skins, frames, stringers, bulkheads, and structural assemblies. Perform corrosion removal and structural repairs. Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, Technical Orders, and structural repair manuals. Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. Other duties as assigned Education/Experience Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent 4 - 6 years on-the-job experience in any sheet metal/structural repairs/modification aircraft-related discipline, preferably KC-135. Formal airframe repair training from a technical trade or military technical school is preferred A Federal Communication Commission (FCC) License or an Airframe and Powerplant License issued by the FAA with commensurate General or Military Aviation experience is desired but not required. Must possess the ability and equivalent experience to read and comprehend mechanical drawings, specifications, and schematics. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport and any required visas or travel documentation for CONUS/OCONUS travel. Experience operating ground support equipment Knowledge of using specialized equipment, tools, and test equipment in accordance with appropriate USAF Technical Orders and Job Guides preferred Must have a valid state driver's license when required by job assignment Must have or be able to obtain a secret security clearance Must be able to work, day shift, night shift, weekends, holidays, overtime, or adjusted schedules as required Must be a U.S. citizen Must be able to obtain and maintain base access, Common Access Card, and required Government system access We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offers, pre-employment substance abuse testing Physical Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day. Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands. Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders. May be required to lift up to 35 pounds. May be required to read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools. Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales. Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear. Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth. Equal Opportunity Employer/VEVRAA/ADA TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA governed Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. TNC provides all employees and job applicants equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, national origin or any other reason prohibited by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tyonek Native Corporation