212575 - Aircraft Structures Mechanic 3
Industry
MAN
Region
LA-Louisiana
City
Lake Charles
State
LA
Rate
Up to $43.79 DOE
Duration
12 months
Description


Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Aircraft Structures Mechanic 3's for a contract opportunity in Lake Charles, LA.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures, structural components of complex to extreme difficulty
Applies a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification
Applies the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike
Applies a broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair
Applies detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. is required.
Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, etc.
Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals
Reads and interprets manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
Make entries in aircraft logs and records, and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.
Additional duties may include, but are not limited to:
Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories
Assemble, modify, and install wire bundles, conductors and other electrical components.
Applies a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems
Applies a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts
Applies basic knowledge of electrical theory
Use a variety of manual hand tools such as crimpers, strippers, wire cutters, heat shrink gun, etc.
Applies detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment
Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components
Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components, and applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation
Maintains repairs and modifies engines of complex to extreme difficulty
Performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections
Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes
Performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections, examines reciprocating engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks, and listens to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burnt valves, inspects jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security, warping, wear, and missing segments
Inspects jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out, security, or breaks, tests engine operation, using testing equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, ammeter, and jet calibration (Jetcal) tester, to locate source of malfunction

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and a minimum 10 years relevant experience
Able to perform work in an approved environment during specified work hours
Able to change physical locations based upon need (including physical ability to travel)
Ability to be subject to a variety of physical conditions
Able to wear respirator or other safety gear
Ability to be subject to areas which could cause various phobias due to height or closed spaces

PREFERRED:
A&P License
E-6B/707 experience
Experience performing complex modifications

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma/GED is required.
School must be accredited.

HOURS:
These positions will be hired for weekends, 1st shift.


Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.

Contact
Paul Hoover
phoover@chiptonross.com
CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
420 Culver Boulevard
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

Phone: (310) 414-7800 x271 or (800) 927-9318 x271

Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.