Qualification Standards:
Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience, in the last six (6) years, as an Airframe Structural Mechanic. Must be familiar with aircraft systems, tools, drawings, schematics, and normal safety requirements. Must have experience in corrosion detection, treatment, and prevention.
Must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent. 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 obtain the level of security clearance required by the Government. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Must be able to obtain and maintain CAC and required DOD clearance. Must have a valid state driver's license.
As a government contractor, Vertex Aerospace requires all employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment in accordance with Executive Order 14042. Exceptions to this policy are granted on a case-by-case basis for those that request a religious or medical accommodation. A vaccination status form and proof of vaccination, if applicable, is required.
Physical Demands:
This classification activity is usually accomplished in a shop environment and as such requires the scope of physical movements and postures normally associated with shop activities. May be required to lift objects whose weight normally will not exceed 50 pounds. 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 individuals 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/Certifications Requirements:
Must obtain the following within six (6) months of the start date, unless otherwise stated:
- Formal or Specialized Training/Equivalent
- Hazardous Waste Communications Training
- 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- Upon hire
- 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 #- within 70 days
- Composite Repair Certified #
- Operational Risk Management (ORM) Training
- Respirator Trained and Fitted #
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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.