Aircraft Component Shop Mechanic

JOB TITLE : Aircraft Component Shop Mechanic

LOCATION : Kansas City, MO

PAY RATE : $19.00 - $34.00 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

Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna

Potential for bonuses

As a Tier One supplier We have priority!

1,000’s of openings nationwide

Summary :

Responsible for troubleshooting, repair, and service of aircraft components, including but not limited to landing gear, flight controls, sheet metal structures, NDT and small part painting, as assigned.

This position will perform maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly, and adjustments of various aircraft systems and structures in compliance with technical specifications, engineering instructions and FAA regulations, under the direction of the Component Shop / Engineering Manager.

The ideal candidate will have a much disciplined planning and time management approach.

Inspect, repair, and overhaul aircraft components and systems as assigned in compliance with specifications and FAA regulations

Troubleshoot system and component malfunctions and perform necessary maintenance work or re-work using various tools and diagnostic devices

Remove and replace defective components

Sheet metal inspection and repairs

Composite / paint inspection and repairs

Maintain all pertinent documentation logbooks, 8130’s, and historical data as required

Other duties as assigned

Required Skills :

MUST HAVE STRUCTURAL COMPONENT REPAIR EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTED ON RESUME

Airframe & Powerplant (A&P Certificate), preferred

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Minimum experience of two (2) years in aircraft maintenance or component work preferred

Working knowledge of Federal Air Regulations (FAR’s)

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Willing and able to work rotating shifts including nights, holidays and weekends

Possess the legal right to work in the United States

Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language

Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

Extensive knowledge of aircraft accessories, components and other hardware.

Basic Math and Measurement Skills

Mechanical Experience, Preferred; own hand tools helpful

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a consistent basis

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

While performing the responsibilities of the MRO Aircraft Mechanic, the employee will be on their feet, standing, reaching with hands and arms and walking the majority of their work day.

50% of their job duties will require the ability to : climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.

The noise level is usually moderate.

At times, some heavy lifting may be required, up to 50 lbs.

As such, safe lifting techniques should be used, and a request for assistance should be made to a co-workers or a supervisor.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the MRO Aircraft Mechanic position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of knowledge, skills, ability, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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