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Description

Essential Duties & Accountabilities:

Performs modifications, removal, replacement and reinstallation actions; part fabrication; layouts, templates, etc., for structural integrity, quality and completeness of work.Adjusts, sets-up, trouble shoots, repairs, and demonstrates correct usage of shop metal working equipment, hand tools, powered tools, fastener installation tooling and fixtures that are used for aircraft structural maintenance.Have working knowledge of and may develop, design, recommend, and determine structural repair and replacement requirements and procedures to include but not limited to fastener and material type, damaged area cutouts, etc.Have working knowledge of and may develop, design, recommend, inspect and determine metal, plastic, phenolic and fiberglass part fabrication procedures and template requirements to include layout, fastener and material type, quality and completeness of work.Assists in P&E report preparation.Sets-up and uses sight levels and transits. Performs aircraft optical alignment checks as required.Provides technical assistance, guidance and instruction as required.Maintains and/or completes required records and applicable maintenance forms.Use schematics, drawings, charts and other applicable publications to troubleshoot, repair, test and modify assigned systems.Performs aircraft inventory, acceptance and transfer inspections.CDI Certified, as required.May be required to perform engine, flight control and landing gear rigging.May be required to perform off-site service on assigned detachments.May be required to perform collateral duty inspection assignments.May be required to troubleshoot, service and repair aircraft engines, airframes and systems to ensure air-worthiness.Repair, replaces and rebuild major aircraft structures such as wings, fuselage, empennage and landing gear systems.May be required to perform aircraft surface controls, engine and landing gear rigging.Determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components using manufacturer’s manuals, service bulleting and applicable publications.May be required to remove and replace aircraft engines utilizing appropriate support equipment.Performs miscellaneous duties to include turn flushing, cleaning, lubing of aircraft systems and components.Maintain cleanliness of the work center and around your assigned work area.Responsible for adhering to all applicable Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention rules and regulations.Responsible for adhering to Company Tool Control Program.Documents work accomplished on Maintenance Action Form (MAF) or NALCOMIS System.

Qualification Standards:

Must have a minimum of high school diploma or equivalent. Must have two (2) year experience, in the last ten (10) years, as a Heavy Structural Mechanic, to include composite work. Satisfactory completion of U.S. Navy aircraft structural repair AMS “A” or “B” school or equivalent aircraft structural repair courses preferred but not required. FAA Airframe license, desired, but not required. Must be able to meet any Government/company licensing/qualification requirements for the position. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be able to obtain and maintain CAC and required DOD clearance as required by the Government. Must have valid state driver's license. Must be able to obtain Close Hole Tolerance CHT certification

Physical Demands:

Physical Effort: Climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, extensive walking and working in tiring uncomfortable positions. Must be able to regularly lift 35 pounds unassisted. May occasionally be required to lift 50 pounds unassisted. Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment:

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment where inclement weather may subject individual to severe changes of temperature, wind, rain, etc. May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail. May be exposed to electrical shock hazards. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. May work around moving mechanical parts.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:

• FOD and TCP Awareness Trained

• Security Clearance Awareness Training

• OPNAV INST 4790.2 Program Awareness

• ISO 9001-2000 Program Awareness

• OIMA / NALCOMIS System

• Valid State Drivers License

• FAA Airframes & Power Plants (A&P) (desired) *

• Support Equipment Operators License

• ESD Awareness Trained

• Hydraulic Contamination Trained

• Brake Rider Certified #

• Tire and Wheel Certification

• Aircraft Towing Certification #

• Collateral Duty Inspector #

• Egress System Checkout #

• Plane Captain Certified #

• Fuel Surveillance Trained #

• Close Hole Tolerance Trained #

• Composite Repair Certified #

• Operational Risk Management (ORM) Training

• Respirator Trained and Fitted #

Benefits include the following:

Healthcare coverageRetirement planLife insurance, AD&D, and disability benefitsWellness programsPaid time off, including holidaysLearning and Development resourcesEmployee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

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Vertex is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other’s differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Qualifications

Education

Required

• High School or better

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)