What are the responsibilities and job description for the Airframe Structures Mechanic position at Aviocraft?
Location: Chandler, Arizona
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
Aviocraft is seeking a highly motivated and experienced FAA Part 145 Structures Mechanic to join our growing team. This position is responsible for performing structural repairs, modifications, inspections, and maintenance on aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer specifications, engineering drawings, and company procedures.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and takes pride in producing high-quality workmanship. You’ll work alongside experienced aviation professionals while helping ensure aircraft are returned to service safely and efficiently.
What You’ll Do
As a Structures Mechanic, your responsibilities will include:
- Perform structural repairs, modifications, and alterations on metallic and composite aircraft components.
- Remove and replace damaged aircraft skin, frames, stringers, longerons, and structural assemblies.
- Fabricate sheet metal components using approved engineering data and FAA-approved repair procedures.
- Install fabricated components with exceptional attention to detail.
- Read and interpret:
- Engineering drawings
- Blueprints
- Structural Repair Manuals (SRMs)
- Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMMs)
- Engineering Orders (EOs)
- Technical publications
- Perform drilling, riveting, trimming, fitting, and assembly of aircraft structures.
- Conduct inspections to verify repairs meet FAA regulations and company quality standards.
- Accurately complete maintenance records and required documentation.
- Maintain compliance with FAA Part 145 regulations and internal quality procedures.
- Safely operate hand tools, pneumatic equipment, fabrication tools, and precision measuring instruments.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Support other maintenance activities as assigned by leadership.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum of 2 years of aircraft structural repair experience (preferred)
- FAA Part 145 Repair Station experience (preferred)
- Strong sheet metal fabrication experience
- Aircraft structural repair experience
- Ability to interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and engineering drawings
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Authorization to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications:
The following qualifications are highly desirable but not required:
- FAA Airframe (A) Certificate
- Experience with:
- Business Jets
- Corporate Aircraft
- Military Aircraft
- Composite repair experience
- Familiarity with FAA documentation requirements
- Understanding of aviation quality systems
- Experience working in a fast-paced maintenance environment
Physical Requirements:
- Stand for extended periods
- Bend, kneel, squat, and climb ladders
- Work inside confined aircraft spaces
- Lift up to 50 pounds
- Work from maintenance stands and elevated platforms
- Successfully complete pre-employment background screening and drug testing
*Please send resume to janderson@aviocraft.com