Structure Aircraft Mechanic 3

DPP is seeking a Structure Aircraft Mechanic 3 for our client in the Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing industry.

Work location: Onsite in Lake Charles LA
Work schedule: Must be able to work any of the following shifts:

• Thurs-Sun 6:00AM - 4:42PM potential for overtime
• Thurs-Sun 4:00PM - 2:42AM potential for overtime
• Mon-Thurs 6:00AM - 4:42PM potential for overtime
• Mon-Thurs 4:00PM 2:42AM potential for overtime

• We are seeking experienced Structure Aircraft Mechanics to support a maintenance program in Lake Charles LA.
• You will use your thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems.
• You will make entries in aircraft logs and records and are responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.

• Adjust repair or replace electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories.
• Read and interpret manufacturers and airlines maintenance manuals service bulletins technical data engineering data and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Use your detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools to test equipment torque wrenches dial indicators micrometers cable tensiometers sheet metal brakes and sheers etc.
• Read and interpret schematics assembly drawings process specifications wiring diagrams technical manuals written instructions etc.
• Apply professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures manuals.
• Use your thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting repair procedures and replacement of parts.
• Have basic knowledge of electrical theory.
• Use a variety of manual hand tools such as crimpers strippers wire cutters heat shrink gun etc.
• Assemble modify and install wire bundles conductors and other electrical components.

• Maintain repair and modify aircraft structures structural components and engines of complex to extreme difficulty.
• Use your experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike
• Use a broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair.
• Perform 100-hour progressive isochronal phase periodic and other hourly or calendar inspections examine reciprocating engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks and listen to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions such as sticking or burnt valves; inspect jet engines and components for cracks corrosion foreign object damage burned areas distortions security warping wear and missing segments.
• Inspect jet engine turbine blades to detect cracks distortion corrosion burn-out security or breaks; test engine operation using testing equipment such as ignition analyzer compression checker distributor timer ammeter and jet calibration (Jetcal) tester to locate source of malfunction.
• Maintain and repair aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls engines hydraulics pneumatics fuel systems and mechanical components.
• Perform preflight thru-flight and post-flight maintenance inspections.
• Maintain and repair aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls engines hydraulics pneumatics fuel systems and mechanical components and apply technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation.
• Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft including flushing crankcase cleaning screens and filters greasing moving parts and checking brakes.

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and a minimum 10 years relevant aircraft Avionics experience.
• Able to perform work in an approved environment during specified work hours.
• Able to change physical locations based upon need (including physical ability to travel).
• Ability to be subject to a variety of physical conditions.
• Able to wear respirators or other safety gear.
• Ability to be subject to areas which could cause various phobias due to height or closed spaces.

• A&P License.
• E-6B/707 experience.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance.