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Do you have the skills, expertise and passion that it takes to be a top-notch structural technician? Join our team and take your career to new heights!
As a Structural Technician, you will be responsible performing in-depth sheet-metal repairs and modifications on both piston and jet aircraft in the general aviation arena. The position will require the ability to make decisions related to the proper techniques and materials needed to perform the work. Some travel both domestic and international may be required to recover damaged aircraft or repair aircraft at the customer facility. Employee must be proficient in all aircraft manufacturer’s support manuals to allow complete research into a repair programs or maintenance functions.
Straight Flight is a subsidiary of Sierra Nevada Corporation since 2007 and is equipped with 3 18,000 square foot hangars with back shops for fabrication of both metal and composite parts, avionics repair, and painting projects. Straight Flight became a Certified Repair Station with the Federal Aviation Administration in 1992 and was rated by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency in 2007. Straight Flight currently holds a very impressive Operations Specification that includes 5 Class ratings.
Salary & Benefits
4 – day work week (minimum 40 hours a week)
Day Shift 7:00AM to 5:30PM
Salary range - $30 to $40 per hour depending on experience
Company sponsored health benefits after 30 days
401K available after 30 days – company match has vesting period
Personal Time Off (PTO) available after 30 days
Must-haves:
High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 5 or more years of relevant experience
A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations
Ability to speak, read and write in English
Ability to read blueprints
Ability to understand and interpret applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications, and service bulletins
Must possess own hand tools to complete any maintenance function
No limitations on confined space entry and ability to lift 50 pounds
No drug or alcohol convictions within the last 5 years
Participation in random drug and alcohol testing pool mandatory
Background check applies – driving and criminal records reviewed
P referred:
Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Power plant certification with no prior FAA violations
Avionics manufacturer training –Garmin, Honeywell, King, or Aspen
Experience with computerized maintenance manuals
At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC (https://www.sncorp.com/who-we-are/about-snc/)
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
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At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.