PAE

Aircraft Mechanic 2 (Sheetmetal/Structures) (FCC or A&P) - Illesheim/Germany

Germany-Illesheim Full time

The Aircraft Mechanic 2 - Sheetmetal/Structures performs, and inspects aviation unit (AVUM), intermediate (AVIM) and depot maintenance on assigned aircraft.

  • Assemble structural parts and components to meet requirements.

  • Perform structural repair, modification, and corrosion protection treatment with respect to original strength, weight, and contour to maintain structural integrity.

  • Assemble repairs using special fasteners and adhesives.

  • Ability to use jigs, fixtures, forms, and molds.

  • Use metalworking equipment and tools to form, cut, bend, and fasten replacement or repair parts to damaged structures and components.

  • Inspect and troubleshoot to determine cause of malfunctions; disassembles to point of trouble; adjust, repair, realign, fabricate, or replace defective components or assemblies.

  • Incorporate authorized modifications and changes.

  • Maintain and inspect tools and equipment.

  • Assess damage to aircraft structural components.

  • Check repairs for serviceability according to specifications and technical publications.

  • Treat corrosion using mechanical and chemical procedures.

  • Store, handle, and dispose of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards.

  • Post entries and maintain maintenance and inspection records.

  • Input, validate, and analyze data processed to automated systems. Clears and closes out completed maintenance discrepancies in automated maintenance systems.

  • Recommend methods to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures.

  • Prepare forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.

  • Perform additional duties as required.

  • Perform other qualified duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School Graduate or equivalent is required. 

  • Five (5) years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience is required.

  • FAA A&P OR FCC Elements 1 and 3 Required. 

  • FAA (A&P) required, with at least Two (2) years aviation maintenance experience, and Two (2) years on the assigned MDS (CH-47, UH-60, AH-64).

  • All experience must be within the Five (5) most recent years.

  • If No A&P, must possess an FCC License with (Elements 1 and 3) And Three (3) years Aviation maintenance experience, Three (3) years rotary wing aircraft experience and two (2) years on the assigned (CH-47, UH-60, AH-64) Mission Design Series (MDS). 

  • (If willing and able to obtain an FCC License, discuss with Recruiter).

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance, NAC-I T1 Public Trust. ** US Citizenship is required to obtain a T1/CAC NACI Clearance.

  • Interim NACI approval required for deployment.

  • Valid US Passport Required for deployment to Germany.

​Germany Specific:

  • TESA Approval: (German Govt) Must be able to qualify for TESA approval; with 5 years career total Aviation maintenance experience.

  • Travel: As required in support of task order.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Possess the level of experience necessary to inspect, replace, modify, or repair all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed on structural, mechanical, and electrical systems assigned.

  • Must have skill in reading, applying, and interpreting technical data including schematics and engineering drawings.

  • Able to properly use a variety of common hand tools and measuring devices such as gauges, torque wrenches, scales, and TMDE (test measurement and diagnostic equipment) related to specific aircraft models.

  • Knowledge of aircraft construction features; identification and characteristics of aerospace materials; repair of metal, plastic, fiberglass, bonded honeycomb, and composite structural components; shop drawing and sheet metal layout techniques; shop mathematics; corrosion identification, removal, repair, and prevention; cleaning of metals; application of protective coatings; proper use, handling, and disposal of hazardous waste and materials.

  • Able to provide technical assistance to customer in regards to aircraft structural maintenance.

  • Knowledge of quality, production, and supply processes required to perform job assignment.

  • Experience operating basic sheet metal shop equipment: band saw, drill press, belt sander, shrinker/stretcher, floor shear, sheet metal brake, pan and box brake.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

  • Must be able to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.

  • Frequently lift parts and equipment up to 20 pounds.

  • Occasionally lift objects up to 50 pounds.

  • Must be immediately deployable to potential combat areas worldwide

Compensation Details:

Not Applicable