What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aircraft Structures Technician III (AST III) - Oxnard, CA position at Hot Section Technologies, Inc.?
Location: Oxnard, California
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm
Pay Range: $72,800–$93,600 per year (commensurate with experience)
About Hot Section Technologies
Hot Section Technologies is an FAA and EASA certified repair station located in Oxnard, California. We specialize in component maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for the regional airline market, serving carriers such as SkyWest, Envoy, PSA, GoJet, Endeavor Air, Republic Airways, and CommuteAir.
Our people-centric Lean environment emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and professional growth. Every team member plays a vital role in helping us deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality repairs that support the regional airlines and their passengers.
Impact of the Role
As an Aircraft Structures Technician III, you will perform advanced structural repairs at the component level. This is a senior hands-on position requiring mastery of sheet metal and composite repair methods, an ability to mentor less experienced technicians, and a commitment to FAA compliance. Your work ensures that critical aircraft components return to service safely and on time.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect and classify component damage; determine appropriate repair procedures.
- Perform structural repairs and fabrication on cowlings, access doors, fairings, control-surface panels, ducting, and honeycomb/core assemblies.
- Drill, ream, countersink, dimple, and install solid & blind rivets, Hi-Lok, nutplates, and threaded inserts.
- Cold form dents and deformations in metallic components.
- Mix and apply sealants, aerodynamic smoothing compounds, adhesives, primers, corrosion inhibitors, and composite resins; perform limited touch-up painting.
- Operate brakes, shears, presses, stretch-formers, and rotary tools; use calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and CMM (as assigned).
- Work strictly to SRM, CMM, service bulletins, and RS-DER instructions.
- Maintain tools and equipment; support one-part flow and 5S shop practices.
- Mentor and support Tech I/II team members.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years at Technician II level (or equivalent).
- FAA Airframe License, Repairman Certificate, or military AST training/equivalent.
- Knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43, 65, and 145.
- Demonstrated ability to perform sheet metal and composite structural repairs with minimal oversight.
- Strong commitment to safety, documentation, and teamwork.
Work Environment & Safety
- FAA-certified repair station environment; exposure to aircraft components, solvents, adhesives, paints, noise, and fumes.
- PPE required as part of standard safety practices.
- Must pass pre-employment background check and FAA/DOT drug test; ongoing participation in the Anti-Drug & Alcohol program required.
- Standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs. required.
Benefits
- Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% matching
- profit sharing
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and advancement opportunities
- Regular team-building activities and monthly company lunches
- Company events
Salary : $72,800 - $93,600