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Aircraft Structures Mechanic

AMES

Tucson, AZ 85713, n/a

Salary: $29 - $37 an hour
Posted: 10 days ago
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Job Description

United States Military Veterans Highly Encouraged to Apply!

Pay Range: $29.00 - $37.00/hour based on prior experience and licensure
Per diem split available for those who qualify

UNLIMITED OVERTIME

This is a fixed-wing environment working on CRJ aircraft, but all heavy/depot-level aircraft structures experience will be considered.

NO SPECIFIC AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED

Airframe License is PREFERRED, but not required

Job Summary:

We are seeking highly motivated Heavy Aircraft Structures Mechanics with at least 7 years of experience to support CRJ aircraft operations in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Candidates with rotary-wing or fixed-wing depot-level structural maintenance backgrounds are welcome to apply. This is a great opportunity to apply your skills on regional jet platforms while continuing to grow within the aerospace industry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform heavy structural modifications, repairs, and installations on CRJ airframes and components
  • Remove, repair, and replace structural components using OEM and engineering instructions
  • Utilize a variety of sheet metal tools and precision measuring equipment to ensure proper fit and finish
  • Interpret and work from blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical manuals
  • Maintain detailed documentation of all repairs and modifications in accordance with FAA and company standards
  • Collaborate with QA, engineering, and fellow technicians to ensure safety and compliance across all tasks

Requirements:

  • Minimum 7 years of heavy/depot-level aircraft structural repair experience (rotary-wing or fixed-wing)
  • Strong knowledge of aircraft sheet metal practices, fastener types, and repair techniques
  • Ability to read and interpret complex structural repair manuals and blueprints
  • Familiarity with CRJ or other regional jet platforms is a plus, but not required
  • Airframe License is PREFERRED, but not required
  • Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
  • Must be able to pass a sheet metal plate test prior to starting the role

Shift:

  • Must be shift flexible to be submitted
  • Panama schedule, 12 hour shifts, alternating between 4on/3off and 3on/4off
  • 1st shift: Work Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Wednesday. Start 6:30am.
  • 1st shift: Thursday, Friday, Saturday and every other Wednesday off. Start 6:30am.
  • 2nd shift: Work Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Saturday off. Start 6:30pm.
  • 2nd shift: Thursday, Friday, Saturday and every other Wednesday off. Start at 6:30pm.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.00 - $37.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 75 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • 3x12
  • 4x12
  • Morning shift
  • Night shift
  • Overtime
  • Rotating shift

Work Location: In person

Company Information

Job Category

aircraft-structures-mechanics

Posted: 10 days ago

Posting Date: 2025-06-23T21:09:39.317Z

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