Composite Mechanic 5+ years

JOB TITLE: Composite Mechanic
LOCATION:Wichita, KS
PAY RATE: $67.00/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (3-month with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Performs repairs in a FAA approved Repair Station on Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 aircraft.

• Works to structural repair manuals, component maintenance manuals, aircraft maintenance manuals, and other approved repair instructions from manufacturer or airline customer.

• Performs maintenance, repair, and overhauls to structural and non-structural fiberglass, acrylic, composite, and metal parts.

• Works from approved repair manuals, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and drawings.

• Fabricates assemblies, reworks, and repairs non-metallic parts, assemblies, and aircraft using knowledge of non-metallic materials and bonding techniques.

• Performs rework and repair using electronic media including work instructions, model-based definitions, specifications, and MRB dispositions.

• Verifies dimensions of parts using mechanical and electronic precision measurement tools.

• Performs first article inspection of procured or fabricated parts and assemblies.

• Uses CAD/CAM tools or similar tools to support fabrication, manufacture, or rework to engineering configuration.

• Prepares and maintains quality records.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• 5+ years of experience in composite repair.

• Experience with taper sanding techniques.

• Experience with composite lay-up processes.

• Experience with septum core removal and replacement capabilities.

• Experience on Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 platforms.

• Ability to work from approved repair manuals, component maintenance manuals, and structural repair manuals.

• Ability to use precision measurement tools including mechanical and electronic instruments.

• Ability to obtain and maintain required personal certifications.

• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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