Aircraft Maintenance Technician Structures (Sheet Metal)

Aircraft Maintenance Technician Structures (Sheet Metal) Posting Details Job Details

Description

Founded in 2000 by three former Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) CF-18 fighter pilots who identified an opportunity to improve military readiness training, Top Aces has since established itself as the world leader in contracted adversary air (ADAIR) services and joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) training.

We pride ourselves on our unblemished safety record, having flown an industry leading 130,000+ hours of operational training without accident in support of customers worldwide, including Canada, the U.S., Germany, and multiple other NATO allies and international partner nations.

Our vision is to be the most trusted provider of innovative defense training solutions, continuously elevating standards in an industry where "Experience Matters." This commitment to innovation and technology ensures we remain adaptable, training allied militaries to succeed against evolving threats.

Top Aces’ dynamic team contributes to delivering on our purpose of training the next generation of combat leaders by living our values of Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Together every day!

Join our team!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Structures (Sheet Metal) Technicians are an integral part of our Maintenance team. Their experience, practical knowledge, creativity and problem-solving skills will ensure that the aircraft structure and structural systems are maintained in an airworthy and dispatch ready status at all times.

The primary duties include carrying out structural inspections, repairs, modifications, corrosion control and fabrication of aircraft sheet metal components, while supporting the operational status of Top Aces’ fleet of aircraft.

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician Structures (Sheet Metal) has a strong understanding of aircraft structures, be detail-oriented, and able to handle the physical demands of the job.

Functional Responsibilities in accordance with Top Aces Maintenance Policy Manual:

Ensure the work accomplished on any aircraft or component is performed is performed in accordance with applicable airworthiness standards and OEM instructions, Company Policies and Procedures Regulated safety standards

Primary responsibilities of the Avionics Mission Systems Technician are:

• Conduct routine maintenance and inspections of aircraft structures as directed by the maintenance supervisor

• Inspect, assess, repair, modify or replace damaged or corroded structural components, panels, skins, doublers, brackets and fasteners

• Fabricate, form and fit sheet metal parts using approved data, drawings, templates and maintenance manuals

• Carry out blending, stop-drilling, sealing, corrosion treatment and protective finish restoration within authorized limits

• Interpret and use various measuring tools, repair schemes, blueprints, structural repair manuals and maintenance manuals

• Ensure that all replacement parts and materials are inspected, eligible and properly certified prior to installation

• Complete work reports for all work accomplished on the aircraft

• Follow company procedures as per the maintenance control manual using safe work practices

• All other duties as assigned by supervisor

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of recent hands-on aircraft structures / sheet metal maintenance experience in a military, commercial, or MRO environment (line and/or base maintenance)

• Demonstrated experience performing structural inspections, damage assessment, and repairs/modifications using approved data (e.g., SRM, drawings, engineering orders) including riveting, bonding, and use of hi-lock/lockbolt fasteners

• Experience with corrosion detection and treatment, structural sealing, and surface finish restoration; familiarity with common aircraft materials (aluminum alloys, steels, titanium) and composites (as applicable)

• Proven ability to fabricate and install sheet metal components (layout, cutting, drilling, deburring, forming, and fitment) using standard aviation hand/tools and precision measuring equipment

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong command of the English language to read, understand and interpret manuals, policies and procedures.

• Able to work well in a team and within a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

• Demonstrates strong and visible support of our values, SERVICE, INTEGRITY, EXCELLENCE, TOGETHER

Experience and Qualifications

Canadian aircraft structures / sheet metal training or equivalent military qualification; European counterpart: EASA Part-66 B1.1 mechanical category with structures experience

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform physical work associated with the duties of Aircraft Maintenance Technician Structures (Sheet Metal)

Working Conditions

From time-to-time local travel may be required for the position

Supervisory, Training and Advisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise (sub)contracted work of larger projects to structural repairs
• Provide technical guidance to other technicians on structural tasks when requested by the supervisor
• Support training and development of less experienced technicians in structures and sheet metal practices

Occupational Health and Safety Responsibilities:

You will have the following responsibilities in order to comply with the company's Occupational Health and Safety program:

• Working in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety acts and regulations

• Following safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment

• Reporting hazards (such as unsafe situations and activities) to their supervisor immediately.

Security Clearance Requirements/ CGP / ITAR:

Relevant security clearance

By joining Top Aces, you will find:

• A work environment in which service, integrity, excellence and teamwork are highly valued;
• Opportunities for development and growth;
• Multidisciplinary and multicultural collaboration at a local and global level;
• A flexible schedule

Come share your passion with us! Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self.

Equal Employment Opportunity
At Top Aces, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age. The masculine form may be used in this job description solely for ease of reading but refers to men, women and gender diversity.

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