Aircraft Structures Hangar or Line Mechanic

Note: To speak with a recruiter directly call Christel Radvansky at (262) 207-4626 & email resumes to Christel.Radvansky@ststechnicaljobs.com.

Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and other control systems in aircraft.

Job Responsibilities:

• Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
• Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems.
• Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
• Maintain repair or maintenance records.
• Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
• Install machine or equipment replacement parts.
• Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
•     Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
• Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
• Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
• Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.   
• Assemble components such as switches, electrical controls, and junction boxes, using hand tools or soldering irons.
• Assemble electrical components, subsystems, or systems.
• Connect components to assemblies such as radio systems, instruments, magnetos, inverters, and in-flight refueling systems, using hand tools and soldering irons.
• Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
• Lay out installation of aircraft assemblies and systems, following documentation such as blueprints, manuals, and wiring diagrams.
• Lay out work according to specifications.
• Interpret flight test data to diagnose malfunctions and systemic performance problems.
• Analyze test or performance data to assess equipment operation.
• Coordinate work with engineers, technicians, and other aircraft maintenance personnel.
• Confer with coworkers to coordinate work activities.
• Fabricate parts and test aids as required.
• Fabricate parts or components.
• Assemble prototypes or models of circuits, instruments, and systems for use in testing.
• Assemble electrical components, subsystems, or systems.

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant license 
• Previous experience working with avionic and electrical systems, or completion of a technical school program in a similar field of study
• Must provide own tools
• Ability to use time clock and company intranet
• Manage time to effectively meet company priorities

Ability to:

• Crawl in and out of tight spaces
• Lay in a prone position for more than 4 hours
• Comfortably work at elevated heights of at least 40 feet for extended periods of time
• Lift balance, and carry 50 lbs.
• Work in enclosed hangars and exterior weather conditions
• Work in close proximity to other people

Non-Licensed:
2-5 years Min - $22-$25- preferably line mx exp on commercial, regional or military aircraft
5-10 years- $25-30- will need to have structures line exp on either commercial, regional or military to get the higher rate.

Licensed: (Airframe license)
0-5 years - $25-$30
5+ years – $30-$32 - will need to have structures line exp to get the higher rate