Modified Aircraft Structures Mechanic

Position Purpose

This position performs maintenance and manufacturing tasks to aircraft, aircraft parts and components in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Erickson requirements.

Position

Levels

The three pay grades for this job description are 696 (Modified Aircraft Structures Mechanic I), 697 (Modified Aircraft Structures Mechanic II), and 698 (Modified Aircraft Structures Mechanic III). These positions require different levels of experience, job knowledge and skills.  The characteristics for each level are: Modified Aircraft Structures Mechanic I (Level 1) is distinguished from the Modified Aircraft Structures Mechanic II (Level 2) by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned within the series. Employees at this level may have only limited experience and receive regular instruction or assistance in the performance of their assigned duties. One to three years’ experience is desirable. Advancement to the II level is based on demonstrated proficiency in all duties and responsibilities. Modified Aircraft Structures Mechanic II (Level 2) is distinguished from the Modified Aircraft Structures Mechanic I (Level 1) by the performance of the full range of duties and responsibilities. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of company Procedures and SOP’s. Advancement to the III level is based on demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of the job, and successful completion of project responsibilities with minimum oversight. Four to nine years of experience is required. Modified Aircraft Structures Mechanic III (Level 3) is distinguished from the Modified Aircraft Structures Mechanic II (Level 2) by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties including assuming project management responsibilities when assigned. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained and aware of all applicable Procedures and SOP’s. Additionally, they mentor others and foster technical growth. The employee at this level must hold an Airframe and/or Powerplant license. Ten or more years of increasingly responsible experience is required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs Sheet Metal Structural, Fabrication, Modification, and Repair work.
• Works with close tolerance dimensions, and pneumatic tools. 
• Performs disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, fabrication, manufacturing, maintenance, and assembly of aircraft and aircraft parts, components and wiring documenting work per company, customer and regulatory requirements.
• Installs aircraft parts and components to aircraft at the fixed base of operations (FBO) and in the field environment.
• Reads, interprets, and complies with Repair Station Quality Manual, Production Certificate Quality Manual, Standard Operation Procedures, Federal Aviation Regulations, Technical Manuals, Drawings, and Specifications.
• Works in a team environment and follows Erickson’s Values Charter.
• Achieves and maintains task qualifications for all work performed.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Completes all required paperwork in connection with assigned normal duties, documents time and work completed in appropriate systems, and creates any required documentation.
• Troubleshoots and corrects aircraft part and component discrepancies during normal work and Aircraft On Ground (AOG) situations
• Orders, receives and returns parts in accordance with company policies
• Travels as required to meet company and customer requirements.
• Performs Lean, Standard Work and Continuous Process Improvements.
• Assists other employees in the performance of their job assignments through coaching, mentoring, and guidance.
• Performs duties of an Inspector if task qualified. Percentage of time required is different for different Inspectors based on the quantity of areas employee is task qualified to inspect and workload in department.
• Responsible for the care of precision measuring equipment, tools and test equipment and benches.
• Works with hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and products to perform required tasks.
• Complies with all company policies and Standard Operating Procedures as a team player.
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