Structures technician job description

Long Term Open Ended (no end date) with the ability to go direct if desired (generally earned around the 1 year mark)

AIRFRAMES:

PC-12, Dash 8 ( Q200 / Q300 / Q400 ), Dornier 328, A-29

SHIFT:

All over the place - depends on hangar & program - candidate will need to as will need to ask during candidate's interview

Some people work four tens, some work five eights

Rarely ever any weekends ever unless absolute dire need

Must be flexible if the team needs you to work Nights for a period of time

75% of workforce is on Day shift, 25% is on Night shift

*OT is regularly available but we cannot guarantee it every week

PAY:

Per Diem contractors = $40 / hr (23/17 split) + 6 Paid Sick Days + 6 Paid Holidays

OT Pay = $51.50/hr

Skills:

Sheet metal repair, Aircraft, Airframe, Aircraft sheet metal, Aviation maintenance, Blueprint, Aircraft modification, blueprint schematics, riveting, sheet metal, Sheet metal fabrication, aircraft maintenance repair, rivet guns

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

REQUIRED:

- Bare minimum 5+ years of aviation structures (sheet metal) experience

- Some modification or heavy maintenance experience (only basic structures experience is not enough)

PREFERRED:

- Modification experience

- Heavy Maintenance or Depot Level experience

- Specific Airframe experience

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS:

- Eligible to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance through Aerotek

- FAA Drug Test

- 7 Year Check

- Must own tools & the toolbox must be shadowed with the tools etched or colored by Day 1

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

About Aerotek:

We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The person in this position will work with project teams to provide computer-aided drafting expertise, primarily using AutoCAD software. Typical duties may include data collection, planning, and problem solving related to structural design. Project work will include drafting design of foundations and supports, steel framing, access platforms, stacks, pumping and piping systems, industrial equipment, conveyor systems, and various details. Practical design knowledge of steel and concrete structures such as buildings, dams, hydraulic structures, equipment supports, foundations, retaining walls, and other similar structures will be required, as well as the ability to visualize three-dimensional relationships from two-dimensional views. Drawings will be completed using AutoCAD and/or Revit software. Occasional assistance with mechanical, electrical, or civil design may also be required.
Minimum Qualifications:

Two-year technical certificate or other education or training directly related to the job responsibilities described above; past structural design job experience using CAD; or job experience in a related industry (construction, detailing, fabrication, etc.) where reading and understanding engineering design drawings was required Ability and desire to work independently and collaboratively with structural engineers and CAD and design staff Attention to detail Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Ability to follow safety procedures and work in a safe manner Flexible working style and willingness to modify personal schedules when required to meet deadlines and client needs Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship Acceptable driving record


Preferred Qualifications:

1 or more years of job experience in a related industry Experience with 3D software such as Revit, CADWorx, Solidworks, etc. Familiarity with work on a variety of structural systems, including heavy steel framing, concrete foundations, and concrete and masonry walls Experience with drafting and design in other engineering disciplines, such as mechanical, civil, or electrical


A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Hibbing, Minnesota, office

NOTE: Applicants must be able to work in locations that feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and to enter and work in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Safety training will be provided. Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients.

#LI-Hybrid

The Structures Technician 3 will work with missile drawings to assemble, fit, fasten, and install parts of space vehicles or missiles such as frames, bulkheads and skins and assemble, fit, fasten, and install parts of equipment racks using tools such as shears, rivet gun, drills and other specific tools. The successful candidate will perform highly complex duties requiring an extensive and/or specialized level of knowledge to perform processes and procedures. The selected candidate should have a highly developed level of expertise through a combination of job-related training and on-the-job experience.
95%:

Layout, fabricate, assemble, mate, install, check or troubleshoot and repair production and prototype missile/aircraft structures, parts and mechanical assemblies. Read and interpret information from mechanical/structural, planning, process specifications, diagrams, engineering drawings and other instructions to determine the methods and sequence of operations to layout, assemble, and install precision parts and assemblies. Layout coordinated hole patterns, cutouts, trim lines, mating points, assembly and installation locations using precision measuring instruments and equipment. Assemble and mate missile parts and assemblies. Attach structural parts and assemblies using riveting and hand and power tools, hand trim and finish. Drill, route, ream, countersink, spot-face and counter bore parts. Modify or rebuild parts to mold line or configuration changes. Modify missile structure, installation and mechanical systems in accordance with engineering requirements. Assemble prefabricated parts into assemblies and mate major sections of missile assemblies. Incorporate major engineering changes and modifications. Present a clean and neat work area to customers. May orient, train and check the work of lower level employees. May act as a lead coordinating the work of others.

5%:

Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills:



Heavy structural experience in the aviation and/or missile assembly industry preferred. Requires working knowledge of rigging and installation of operating mechanisms structures, assemblies and parts, related systems and equipment, and assembly shop practices Requires excellent communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to effectively coordinate with multiple departments (Engineering, Manufacturing, Production Control, etc). Planning and organizational skills necessary Work overtime as required to ensure project goals are met.


Being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 may be a condition of employment at Aerojet Rocketdyne. Proof of vaccination or an accommodation request approved by Aerojet Rocketdyne will be required prior to starting employment with the Company.


Education:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred and at least 3 years of experience with various types of missile/aircraft, maintenance and inspections.

EEO Statement: Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status or characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.