*Contract Duration:32 Weeks
*Schedule:Must be willing and able to work any shift based on business needs. Position Responsibilities
* The chosen candidates will join our Client in their MRO and Component Operations organization, working as part of a team in support of their key programs. They will be responsible for adherence to established processes, accurate and timely work recording, and contractual/regulatory compliance. Basic Qualifications(Required Skills/Experience)
*High School Diploma or GED or 3+ years of Industry or Military Experience
*3+ years of Aircraft Mechanic (Experience in either commercial or defense or relevant trade apprenticeship would be considered)
*3+ years experience in reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications
*Ability to close tolerance drill within.001 & Ability to precision measure within .0005 in metallic and composite structures.
*Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite
*FAA certification in Airframe and/or Power Plant is desirable (Preferred)
*Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and environment processes (Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH)(Preferred) Job Duties
*Identify if a fastener is a rivet, blind rivet, screw, hi-lock, bolt, or lock bolt
*Read and interpret blueprints, process data sheets & maintenance instruction manuals
*Demonstrate knowledge of cleaning, corrosion prevention, and control, polish or dry wash tasks
*Knowledge of common fastener sizes and correct cutting tools for removal and installation processes
*Remove and reinstall access panels and fairings.
*Remove damaged screws without damaging the surrounding structure
*Ability to safety wire and install cotter pins
*Availability to work both first and second shifts.
*Ability to apply aircraft finishes (primer and paint), Alodine, and sealants
*Perform structural repairs and modifications on strike fighters, commercial derivative aircraft, and flight control components
*Utilize measuring tools such as micrometer, dial caliper, grip gauges, feeler gauge, depth gauge, trimic, and bore gages
*Fabricate, locate, trim, drill/ream, and assemble metallic and composite components.
*Makes major/minor modifications to aircraft skins and other structural components.
*Installs rivets, blind fasteners, hi-loks, etc in metallic and composite structures.
*Ability to properly utilize Assembly Jigs (AJ), Repair Equipment (RE), and other similar fixed tooling to locate parts, trim, shim, final drill, deburr, and build components to meet Blueprint requirements
*Ensure aircraft technical logbook, maintenance documentation, work packages, and zonal handovers are completed accurately and within prescribed timescales in conjunction with the program leads and managers
*Knowledge/ability to read and comprehend Airworthiness Directives, Technical Directives, and Service Bulletins to effective aircraft
*Highlight any technical issues, discrepancies, or other issues to the program lead and manager
*Plus other duties assigned Physical Requirements
*This position requires an individual to work at heights utilizing fall protection equipment.
*Climb ladders
*Enter confined spaces
*Ability to lift up to 35lbs