Aircraft Structures Mechanic II

Job Description

Job Description

NOTE: This is a CONTRACT-2-HIRE position, with perm offered after proven performance

Position Purpose : Performs maintenance, manufacturing, fabrication, modification, and repair of aircraft structures and components per FAA, OEM, and standards. Works independently on intermediate tasks with minimal supervision, including field and fixed-base operations.
Key Responsibilities :

• Maintain, repair, and modify aircraft structures, structural components, flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components of intermediate to complex difficulty.
• Perform sheet metal fabrication, disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, and assembly using pneumatic tools and close tolerance dimensions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, engineering dispositions, and structural repair manuals to develop repairs.
• Install Hi-Lok fasteners and perform riveting, drilling, bend reduction, and rivet pattern work.
• Troubleshoot discrepancies during normal operations and Aircraft On Ground (AOG) situations.
• Document work in logs, records, and systems; maintain clean, safe work areas per company procedures.
• Provide technical guidance to Level I technicians and comply with FAA regulations, Repair Station Quality Manual, and Erickson's Values Charter.
• Achieve and maintain qualifications for assigned tasks; participate in professional development like Erickson's "Building Tomorrow Today" training program.

Required Qualifications :

• 4-9 years experience in aircraft maintenance, repair, and/or fabrication (Level II requirement).
• High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver's license.
• Proficiency reading blueprints, performing drilling/riveting, and fabrication (required for Level II).
• Knowledge of FAA regulations, aviation safety directives, and use of hand/special tools (torque wrenches, micrometers, sheet metal brakes/shears).
• Ability to work in team/field environments with strong problem-solving, detail orientation, and professionalism.

Preferred Skills :

• A&P certification.
• Experience with aircraft or similar (e.g., OV-10 Bronco, helicopters).
• Hi-Lok fasteners installation; borescope inspections; engine/component troubleshooting.