About the position
Aerotek is seeking skilled aircraft sheet metal mechanics to join our team in Medford/Central Point, Oregon. The primary responsibility of the Structures Mechanic will be to perform heavy maintenance and refurbishment of heavy-lift military helicopters, specifically the CH-53E model. This role involves utilizing blueprints to execute repairs, which include riveting, countersinking, bending, and cutting sheet metal, as well as installing structural components necessary for the repair of the USMC fleet helicopters. Additionally, the mechanic will work in the Pylon shop, where they will manufacture and repair pylons under contract with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). This position requires a hands-on approach to metal cutting, bending, drilling, reaming, countersinking, riveting, and other metal forming and repair tasks, ensuring that all work meets the high standards expected in military aviation.
Responsibilities
- Perform heavy maintenance and refurbishment of CH-53E military helicopters.
- Utilize blueprints to execute repairs on aircraft sheet metal.
- Conduct riveting, countersinking, bending, and cutting of sheet metal.
- Install structural components for the repair of USMC fleet helicopters.
- Work in the Pylon shop to manufacture and repair pylons under OEM contract.
- Execute metal cutting, bending, drilling, reaming, and riveting tasks.
Requirements
- Intermediate level experience in aircraft sheet metal mechanics.
- Ability to perform a Structures test involving riveting and bending on or before the first day.
- Must possess basic hand tools; own tools are required.
- Experience in drilling, cutting, bending, countersinking, and riveting aircraft sheet metal.
Nice-to-haves
- A&P certification preferred but not required.
Benefits
- Compensation up to $50 an hour.
- Per diem available for those who qualify.
