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Job Description - F-16 Structures Technician (16506)

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F-16 Structures Technician - 16506

Description



PENDING CONTRACT AWARD



SUMMARY:
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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:



Reports on work order status to the Lead Mechanic. Heavy Depot Level Maintenance, Repair and modification of the aircraft structure and major subassemblies. Plan, lay out, fabricate, assemble, install, and repair various sheet metal and structural assemblies and sub-assemblies utilizing precision measuring equipment. Must be able to read and speak English. Comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Exposed to repetitive movements and work overhead. Required to use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. 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.

CORE COMPETENCIES:



Strategic Management Change of Direction Building relationships and partnerships Transformational Focus Accountability

Qualifications



QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Secret security clearance. In order to obtain a secret clearance, qualified candidates must have US Citizenship. Ability to pass physical screening requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:



High School Diploma 6 years of F-16 or fighter aircraft structural repair or aircraft sheet metal experience Must have a craftsman level (7-Level USAF) in a like position, system or equivalent i.e.… Navy, Army or A&P experience Must meet one of the following requirements: + A bachelor's degree plus 3 years of recent specialized experience
+ An associate's degree plus 7 years of recent specialized experience
+ A major certification plus 7 years of recent specialized experience
+ 11 years of recent specialized experience

Desired Skills



Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes Ability to identify aircraft locations by station, butt-line, and waterline as shown or engineering documentation and technical orders Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists Knowledge and ability to perform multiple skill requirements Willing to be trained and/or certified in special skills

Work Conditions



Position is located OCONUS and in an austere environment; work is being performed on the flight line, limited hangar or aviation field environment.

Physical Requirements



Must be able to lift and parts, tooling and other awkward items sometimes weighing greater than 50 lbs, including up and down stairs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday. Must be able to see and hear, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

Compensation and Benefits:



Competitive compensation package. 90/30 Rotation Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Professional development and career advancement opportunities
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Job



: Defense

Primary Location



: Iraq-Balad

Schedule



: Full-time

Overtime Status



: 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. **
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