Job Description

Company Summary:

Our client, a leader in the aerospace industry, is committed to excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. Its strong mission is to support and enhance the capabilities of its customers.

Overview of the Role:

Our client is seeking an experienced Aircraft Structures Mechanic to join their F-16 Wing Overhaul Program team based in Fort Worth, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for the teardown and repair of F-16 wings, ensuring they meet high-quality standards. You will play a vital role in maintaining the operational readiness and safety of the aircraft, contributing to the overall mission by applying your expertise and skills.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret and Utilize Technical Documentation: Read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications, with a preference for experience with Lockheed blueprints and specifications.
• Plan and Execute Aircraft Structural Work: Lay out work from engineering data, blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications, and work orders in the repair, coating, or manufacture of aircraft structural components.
• Corrosion Treatment and Prevention: Identify, remove, and treat corrosion using mechanical and chemical procedures; apply preservative treatments and corrosion-protective coatings to parts as required.
• Precision Assembly Tasks: Remove/install close tolerance fasteners and drill/ream close tolerance holes; use drill bushings to transfer holes from existing structures to new structures.
• Fuel System Maintenance: Remove/install fuel lines as needed and build shop aid tooling as required.
• Sealants and Adhesives Application: Mix and apply sealants and adhesives per engineering requirements.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft assembly or structural mechanic work.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manufacturing specifications, and manufacturing instructions.
• Experience in structural rework, repair, and modification, along with an understanding of the forming characteristics of various metals.
• Proficiency with mechanics’ hand tools and implementing advanced assembly theory, practice, procedure, and repair techniques.
• Competence in operating, cleaning, maintaining, and accounting for all hand and power tools and equipment.
• Working knowledge of inspection media such as calipers, scales, and dial indicators.
• Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical capabilities to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and lift up to 60 pounds, and work off of step stools, scissor lifts, and aircraft structures without handrails.
• Preferred experience with F-16 assembly.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive hourly wage of $26-$31.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the company and the aerospace industry.

If you are a highly skilled and motivated Aircraft Structures Mechanic with a passion for excellence and a desire to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply. Take your career to new heights by joining our client's F-16 Wing Overhaul Program team.

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