Structures Mechanic 1St Shift

About AAR Corp:

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services.

AAR's purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company's mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

Competitive salary and quarterly bonus packageComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.401(k) retirement plan with company matchGenerous paid time off programProfessional development and career advancement opportunities

Description:

The Structures Mechanic has the responsibility to inspect, overhaul, repair, modify and troubleshoot airframe parts. The Mechanic will repair, restore and modify airframe structure in accordance with approved data and drawings. The Structures Mechanic is responsible to perform work within estimated time and within HAECO, FAA and customer standards of quality.

What you will be responsible for:

Effectively communicate with and assist Aircraft Engineers in developing repair solutions and modifications for transport aircraft.Accomplish non-complex jobs with moderate supervision and more complex jobs under direct supervision.Accomplish basic standard SRM repairs.Assist qualified mechanic with more complex repairs.Able to work independently on small tasks as assigned.Inspect, overhaul, repair, modify and troubleshoot airframe parts.Refers to technical drawings and written instructions to accomplish specific tasks as needed.

Follows company protocols to maintain safety, cleanliness, and organization within the hangar or workshop. This also applies to the usage/operation of GSE equipment.Responsible for attaching parts tags to repairable, serviceable, or condemned parts.

Perform work within estimated hours.Execute all required paperwork in connection with assigned normal duties.Interface effectively with members of management, other departments and coworkers.Perform other work as instructed by the Structures Lead Mechanic or Maintenance Supervisor.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

High school diploma or equivalent.FAA Airframe certificate, Repairman certificate or eighteen (18) months of on-the-job trainingSkill Rating 1Must provide own tools as required on company tool list.Read, write, speak and understand English language.Must be able to read and understand structural repair manual and basic technical data.Understanding of corrosion removal best practices.Basic knowledge of safety equipment.Basic knowledge of precision measurement tooling and use of relevant hand tools.

Physical Requirements:

A normal range of pulmonary functions tests are required and physiological determination of the ability to wear a respirator and other safety equipment as necessary.

Note: Employees with facial hair will be required to purchase a hood to meet respirator requirements.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs unassistedSubject to noise in excess of 85 dBBe able to bend, stoop, kneel, and/or stand for prolonged periods of time and climb ladders and/or service stands.May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and requires the use of all safety equipment.Must participate in DOT's random drug and alcohol testing program.Normal or corrected hearing.Minimum visual acuity of 20/40 corrected.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.The environmental characteristic for this position is a warehouse setting.Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional warehouse environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.