Structures Mechanic

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking a Structures Mechanic with helicopter repair experience for an opportunity in Mesa, Arizona.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Fabrication, modification and repair of sheet metal and structural components of operating aircraft
• Installs, removes, and replaces aircraft components
• Repairs and maintains operating aircraft
• Ensures that all inspections, preventive maintenance, modifications and documentation to the aircraft are completed
• Corrects discrepancies using information from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, or other documents as required
• Uses manufacturing planning, tech manuals, written instructions, schematics, blueprints and other applicable technical data to assemble, install or replace aircraft components
• Documents all aircraft maintenance actions using the required maintenance forms
• Uses manufacturing shop stamp or test stamp to sign off completed work to include manufacturing planning, test procedures, inspection discrepancy records, product assurance records and applicable program documentation
• Maintain a clean, safe and healthy work area

Qualifications and requirements:

• 5+ years of structures experience required
• Would prefer candidates with Light Structures experience (i.e., helicopters). Candidates with heavy structures experience sometimes punch right through the skin of the helicopters.
• Must have fabrication, modification, and repair experience on operating aircraft. Must have experience riveting sheet metal and be able to perform a layout and drill conforming holes.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawing and technical publications.
• Ability to use and maintain various pieces of ground support and test equipment as required.
• The ability to understand and follow instructions and the ability to concentrate is required.
• Excellent written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to get along with others or to be part of a team.
• Access to Export Control Information.
• Regular attendance at the worksite
• Must have Aviation mechanical experience either fixed wing or rotorcraft.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawing and technical publications.
• Ability to use and maintain various pieces of ground support and test equipment.
• The ability to understand and follow instructions and the ability to concentrate is required.
• Excellent written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to get along with others or to be part of a team.
• Access to Export Control Information.
• Regular attendance at the worksite.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
• A&P preferred
• This position is designated by the employer to be a safety-sensitive position.
• Work performed in an office and factory settings.
• Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, odors, and fumes.
• Occasionally required to lift to 20 lbs.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about facilities.
• Must have the minimum tools as required.
• Must be willing to perform other functions and duties as assigned by managers and supervisors.
• Must be willing to work any shift.
• Must be willing to work overtime (as requested).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Why Choose LAUNCH?

A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights. ?