Aircraft Maintenance, Aviation Industry, Blueprints, Corrosion Control, Cutting Tools, Data Processing, Datasheets, Deburring, Documentation, Engineering Drawing, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Machine Tool, Maintenance Services, Military, Process Sheet, Schematics, User Documentation
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Hourly rate: $33.10
Contractor benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
Job Description:
Our MRO Jacksonville facility is seeking Aviation Maintenance Technicians that are motivated to support a greater cause in directly impacting military warfighter readiness by providing critical maintenance repairs and modifications for our military customers. We are proud knowing the products we return to service will strengthen global security.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
1. 3+ years of Aircraft Mechanic (Experience in either commercial or defense or relevant trade apprenticeship would be considered)
2. 3+ years experience in reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics and specifications
3. Ability to close tolerance drill within .003 & Ability to precision measure within .003
4. Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite
Primary Responsibilities: Repair overhaul structures for F18- EF Flight Controls
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 surrounding structure
Ability to safety wire and install cotter pins
Ability to apply aircraft finishes (primer and paint), Alodine, and sealants
Ability to close tolerance drill within .001 & Ability to precision measure within .0005 in metallic and composite structures.
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 modification to aircraft skins and other structural components. Installs rivets, blind fasteners, Hiloks, 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, debur, and build components to meet Blueprint requirements
Ensure aircraft technical log book, 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
Must be U.S. Person for purposes of Export Compliance. Reference Number: VEVBA
EEO Statement Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status or characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.
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Apollo Professional Solutions
Apollo Professional Solutions was founded by Gayle A. Williams in 1983 as a technical staffing firm supporting New England aerospace companies. Today, Apollo has grown into a $40 million year company, with 5 regional offices nationwide that offers diversified support to industries that include: defense, military, aeronautical, civil, food & beverage, healthcare, marine, pharmaceutical and scientific industries, as well as local government. We are an equal opportunity employers, that is also certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise by WBENC as well as the State of Massachusetts (SOWMBA Office.)