Aircraft Mechanic - Composites

Embraer

Aircraft Mechanic - Composites

Macon, GA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    POSITION SUMMARY

    Aircraft Mechanic (composites technician) in a commercial MRO setting is responsible for performing comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul services on commercial aircraft or components to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. This role supports high-volume operations and tight turnaround schedules requiring precision, efficiency, and adherence to FAA and OEM standards.

    JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

    • Visually inspect composite components (wings, fuselages, control surfaces, fairings, interior components) for defects, damage, or corrosion.

    • Determines when a component should be repaired or replaced; decides upon necessary repair scheme, quantity and type of parts needed to accomplish proper repair; secures necessary parts from Stores or departmental supplies.

    • Perform structural and cosmetic repairs using pre-preg or wet layup, honeycomb, carbon, and fiberglass materials utilizing vacuum bagging, hot bond, or room temperature curing.

    • Trim, sand, drill, fit, and assemble composite parts using templates, hand tools, and specialized equipment. Interpret engineering drawings, Structural Repair Manuals (SRMs), blueprints, and maintenance manuals.

    • Repairs, reworks, and modifies worn or defective components, making alterations or changes to units when necessary.

    • Follows approved maintenance procedures for subject component or system, consulting internal procedures that have been FAA approved, original equipment manufacturer's (OEM's) technical data, and work package instructions.

    • Consults the Maintenance Lead if technical assistance is needed during the repair process.

    • Inspects completed work before sign off to identify any needed rework; performs rework; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances.

    • Performs serviceability tests on repaired components/systems using test equipment specified by the original equipment manufacturer.

    • Completes work package documentation by signing/stamping after finishing all designated operations.

    • Submits completed/in-progress work to Maintenance Lead for review; submits to Quality Control for final/in-progress inspection and re-certification of airworthiness.

    • Provides Manager with performance statistics and other operational data, as requested.

    • Properly accounts for time and materials used in all inspection and maintenance activities.

    • Comply with repair station procedures (RSM /QCM) and company policies (SOP) when performing aircraft or component maintenance.

    ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

    Education:

    • High School/ GED
    • Airframe or Airframe & Powerplant License Preferred Not Required.

    Experience:

    • Recommended zero to two years' experience in composite repair or manufacture.
    • Preferred one year plus of actual and recent depot level aircraft maintenance and composite repair experience, proficiency with interpretation of original equipment manufacturer's technical data or work package instructions; experience using power or pneumatic hand tools.
    • Specialized Expertise: Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following aircraft maintenance disciplines:

    Structural Repairs

    Composite Repairs

    Interior Systems

    • Experience may be credited from other related industries as determined by the hiring manager.

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

    • Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, repairs and maintenance.
    • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
    • Skilled with repairing, troubleshooting, installing and equipment maintenance.
    • Knowledge of FAA requirements for aircraft maintenance procedures
    • Ability to interpret and comprehend manufacturer and FAA approved work package instructions; ability to inspect and install parts/components.

    Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements

    • Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
    • Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required
    • Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations
    • As required by the position, must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 "Respirator Protection" regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator.
    • Tools must satisfy minimum tool list.
    • Valid Drivers License.
    • Must be able to work in hot/Cold – Indoor/Outdoor.
    • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
    • Must be able to do work above head.
    • Must be able to work at heights.
    • Must be able to work in confined spaces.
    • Must be able to climb.

    GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

    • Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
    • Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
    • Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
    • Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
    • Satisfies work schedule requirements.
    • The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned

    Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.