F-16 Sheetmetal Mechanic (17366)
About Us: AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR's purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company's mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.
F-16 Sheetmetal Mechanic - 17366
Description
Works closely with other mechanics and maintenance personnel on aircraft structural modifications, upgrades, and repairs. Locates cracks, breaks, holes, and dents in aircraft sheet metal structures and determines appropriate repairs from technical data to restore components to original strength. Identifies damaged or weakened structures, including skins, stringers, bulkheads, and ribs and develops appropriate repair plan to restore component airworthiness. Reads and interprets blueprints and determines dimensions, angles, and contours in performance of structural repair.
What you will be responsible for:
Reports on work order status to the Lead Mechanic.
Ensures all work is done according to specification, regulation, and company policy.
Ensures that all tools and associated equipment are 100% accounted for.
Responds to work orders in a timely manner with emphasis on operations support.
Able to communicate effectively and work well as a member of a team
Assists with other duties as required to support the customer and mission.
Conducts oneself professionally through appearance and conduct.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What you will need to be successful in this role:
Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance is required.
Must meet one of the following requirements:
A Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of related structural aircraft maintenance experience.
An Associate's degree plus 4 years of related structural aircraft maintenance experience.
High School Diploma plus 8 years of related structural aircraft maintenance experience.
F-16 experience is strongly preferred, but other fighter jet experience may be considered.
Experience in reading, comprehending, and interpreting technical documents, including manuals, technical data, and blueprints.
Basic knowledge of various computer applications such as Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook) is a plus.
The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:
Competitive salary and bonus package
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Generous paid time off program
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shifts as needed.
AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.
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Job: Defense
Primary Location: Japan-Misawa Air Base
Schedule: Full-time
Overtime Status: Non-exempt
AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
About Us: AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR's purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company's mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.
F-16 Sheetmetal Mechanic - 17366
Description
Works closely with other mechanics and maintenance personnel on aircraft structural modifications, upgrades, and repairs. Locates cracks, breaks, holes, and dents in aircraft sheet metal structures and determines appropriate repairs from technical data to restore components to original strength. Identifies damaged or weakened structures, including skins, stringers, bulkheads, and ribs and develops appropriate repair plan to restore component airworthiness. Reads and interprets blueprints and determines dimensions, angles, and contours in performance of structural repair.
What you will be responsible for:
Reports on work order status to the Lead Mechanic.
Ensures all work is done according to specification, regulation, and company policy.
Ensures that all tools and associated equipment are 100% accounted for.
Responds to work orders in a timely manner with emphasis on operations support.
Able to communicate effectively and work well as a member of a team
Assists with other duties as required to support the customer and mission.
Conducts oneself professionally through appearance and conduct.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What you will need to be successful in this role:
Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance is required.
Must meet one of the following requirements:
A Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of related structural aircraft maintenance experience.
An Associate's degree plus 4 years of related structural aircraft maintenance experience.
High School Diploma plus 8 years of related structural aircraft maintenance experience.
F-16 experience is strongly preferred, but other fighter jet experience may be considered.
Experience in reading, comprehending, and interpreting technical documents, including manuals, technical data, and blueprints.
Basic knowledge of various computer applications such as Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook) is a plus.
The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:
Competitive salary and bonus package
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Generous paid time off program
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shifts as needed.
AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.
#LI-PI1 #LI-Onsite
Job: Defense
Primary Location: Japan-Misawa Air Base
Schedule: Full-time
Overtime Status: Non-exempt
AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Job ID: 485898215
Originally Posted on: 7/18/2025
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