JOB TITLE: Composite Mechanic
LOCATION: Wichita, KS
PAY RATE: $67.00/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (3-month with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Performs repairs in a FAA approved Repair Station on Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 aircraft.
Works to structural repair manuals, component maintenance manuals, aircraft maintenance manuals, and other approved repair instructions from manufacturer or airline customer.
Performs maintenance, repair, and overhauls to structural and non-structural fiberglass, acrylic, composite, and metal parts.
Works from approved repair manuals, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and drawings.
Fabricates assemblies, reworks, and repairs non-metallic parts, assemblies, and aircraft using knowledge of non-metallic materials and bonding techniques.
Performs rework and repair using electronic media including work instructions, model-based definitions, specifications, and MRB dispositions.
Verifies dimensions of parts using mechanical and electronic precision measurement tools.
Performs first article inspection of procured or fabricated parts and assemblies.
Uses CAD/CAM tools or similar tools to support fabrication, manufacture, or rework to engineering configuration.
Prepares and maintains quality records.
Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
5+ years of experience in composite repair.
Experience with taper sanding techniques.
Experience with composite lay-up processes.
Experience with septum core removal and replacement capabilities.
Experience on Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 platforms.
Ability to work from approved repair manuals, component maintenance manuals, and structural repair manuals.
Ability to use precision measurement tools including mechanical and electronic instruments.
Ability to obtain and maintain required personal certifications.
Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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