St. Louis, MO 63182 United States
JOB TITLE: Sr. Aircraft Technician - 1st Shift
LOCATION: St. Louis, MO
PAY RATE: $36.04 per hour.
***MUST BE US PERSONS***
We are a national staffing firm working with some of the top-tier aerospace companies in the world! And we are looking for first-class employees to work with our clients.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a US person as noted in the Job description?
Do you meet the job’s educational and experience requirements?
Can you either commute to the job location or relocate for the position?
Details:
12-month contract with opportunities for extension
Shift: First
FAA Regulated: Yes
Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna
Robust 401K plan
Potential for bonuses
Sick pay and holiday pay for qualified individuals
Summary:
Perform a variety of aircraft modifications and maintenance functions such as removal and installations of airframes, landing gear, engine components, electrical components, and control systems to assure conformance to procedures, performances and test specifications.
Perform required. periodic maintenance and necessary servicing of all aircraft mechanical systems.
Must demonstrate the ability to consistently perform assigned maintenance task within the quoted or standard CMP time.
Provide work direction for assigned technicians. Promote high standards of quality through instruction and by example setting.
Act on behalf of Mechanical Team Lead (MTL) in absence and assume the duties and responsibilities of the MTL when assigned.
Coordinate with the Inspection department to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements.
Properly complete work order sign-offs, shift turnovers, and other paper work in a timely manner.
Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
Follow standard operating procedures and JSAs when operating ground support equipment, such as power supply, hydraulic rigs, nitrogen filler carts, and oxygen service carts.
Operate and supervise use of special support equipment used in removal and installations of major components.
Coordinate movement of aircraft as required.
Assist in training new employees concerning computerized maintenance program (CMP) maintenance manuals, SRMs illustrated parts catalog (IPC) usage, flight test installations, and all maintenance of major components.
Coordinate with other departments to arrange for the overhaul or repair of customer property as needed.
Use the material tracking system to create parts demand and to charge labor to correct work orders and item numbers.
Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags.
Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility.
Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
Required Skills:
High School Diploma or GED required.
4 years Aviation Maintenance experience to include 3 years of experience working on mid/large size aircraft required.
Corporate aircraft experience preferred.
Other FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate required.
Valid Driver’s License required.
Advanced knowledge of inspection and maintenance procedures for various aircraft models and systems within each aircraft product line.
Must be able to wear fall restraint and must be able to work from scissor lift.
Advanced knowledge of pertinent technical reference materials (maintenance manuals, IPCs, Service Bulletins, structural repair manuals, engineering drawings, ADS, etc.).
Working knowledge of FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
*ITAR Definition
Under § 120.14 of the ITAR a U.S. person is defined as a person who is a lawful permanent resident of the United States. A lawful permanent resident is further defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20). A U.S. Person is also a protected individual which is defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
The Structures Company is a leading national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. Our clients depend on us for comprehensive support across various domains, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance & repair, and support staff. Our specialized recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.
We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.
The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, aircraft
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