Airframe Structures Mechanic

  • APA Services
  • Little Rock, Arkansas
  • Full Time
Airframe Structures Mechanic

Job Description:

Perform sheet metal operations, install interior shell panels and complete interior operations to prepare aircraft for cabinet installation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Work from 3D blueprints, sketches, diagrams, CATIA models, or verbal instructions.

Performs calculations for angles, circumference, diameter, and bend allowances, using shop math to fabricate and/or install complete or major assemblies and sub-assemblies.

Modifies completed assemblies and sub-assemblies.

Performs check of fabricated items and/or checkout of systems installed.

Utilizes aircraft tooling to perform precision sheet metal operations and installations.

Install interior shell panels and completes various interior operations.

Sets up and operates standard shop equipment

Recommends and suggests improved production methods.

Works in a safe manner in accordance with OSHA and Company Safety procedures.

Cleans work area and aircraft to eliminate and control FOD (Foreign Object Debris).

Makes proper entries in Production and Planning Logs and documents all work in computerized system.

Completes assigned jobs in prescribed time.

Conceives, manufactures and adapts installation tools, to improve repetitiveness and work hours.

Protects aircraft components.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Must have at least two (2) years of aircraft manufacturing experience with courses in sheet metal services from a technical school / military or five (5) years of aircraft manufacturing / production experience to substitute for the sheet metal course requirement.

Able to work from drawings, sketches, pictures, or verbal specifications.

Must be able to use calibrated tools, measuring devices, and set up and operate standard shop equipment.

Able to enter or exit aircraft work stands in a safe manner.

Able to work from adjustable height stands in a safe manner and be able to climb steps to approximately 25 feet in height, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Able to use motorized portable personnel lifts that extend up to 25 feet in height.

Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred - Experience applying adhesive materials.

Preferred - Experience with material shaping and forming.

Preferred - Experience using air tools and equipment.

Miscellaneous

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work location for this position is mainly in a climate-controlled hangar with occasional outside work.

About Our Client

Our partner is a French aerospace company with proven dual expertise as a manufacturer of both military aircraft and business jets. They are a pioneer in the use of CATIA&x2122;, the 3D CAD / CAM system that has become a global standard. They are a creator of more than 100 prototypes in the last century, with over 10,000 aircraft delivered to 90 countries.

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Job Info

Location

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

APA Services

4150 International Plaza Tower I, Suite 510

Fort Worth, Texas 76109 USA

apaservices.net

177 Open Jobs Available

APA Services

If you are searching for the most desirable jobs with competitive wages, "hassle-free" payroll services, and employee benefits then look no further. APA Services, Inc. is a full service staffing company supplying qualified Technical and Professional...

Benefits:

Weekly Payroll, Cash Advances, Temporary Medical Insurance Available, Life Insurance, and Prescription Drug Discount Programs. Constant Cash Referral Program, Loyalty Program, Travel Pay and/or bonuses on Select Contracts, and Expense Reimbursement to those who qualify.

Supported Manufacturers:

Corporate Jet, Commercial Jet, General Aviation & Helicopters

All models.
Job ID: 478244519
Originally Posted on: 5/23/2025

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