Aircraft sheet metal tech at Top Aces in Mesa, AZ

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!

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SUMMARY: The Sheet Metal Technicians are an integral part of our Return to Service team. Their experience, practical knowledge, creativity, and problem-solving skills will ensure that the aircraft are assembled in accordance with applicable documentation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide aircraft sheet metal fabrication, disassembly, reassembly tasks as assigned using all common and special purpose aircraft maintenance tools and test equipment
• Repair sheet metal and composite structures
• Diagnose and repair aircraft components
• Prepare and apply various aircraft finishes
• Read blueprints, interpret schematics, complex technical diagrams and drawings
• Trim parts as required
• Maintain system components
• Verify cable tension
• Assess damage and corrosion of aircraft structures
• Repair, replace and modify sheet metal and/or composite structures
• Operate aircraft towing equipment in towing operations
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections on aircraft and aircraft systems and subsystems
• Operate and service ground support equipment
• Ensure the work accomplished on any aircraft or component is in compliance with:
• Applicable airworthiness standards and OEM instructions
• Company Policies and Procedures
• Regulated safety standards
• Ensure that all replacement parts are inspected, eligible, and properly certified prior to installation
• Ensure that removed parts are properly tagged and routed to quarantine
• Carry out maintenance, repair, modification and daily inspection of the company aircraft as detailed in the company maintenance control manual
• Complete and certify work reports for all work accomplished on the aircraft
• Follow company procedures as per the maintenance control manual using safe work practices
• Carry out both line and heavy maintenance activities in accordance with operational standards
• Carry out Independent Checks when authorized as per company policies and procedures
• As an employee, you are responsible for:
• Working in compliance with all applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) acts and regulations.
• Following safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment, as necessary and when required.
• Reporting any hazards or potential safety risks (such as unsafe situations and activities) to a supervisor immediately.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

SKILLS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven track record of success working on complex assignments requiring considerable judgment, initiative and technical/specialized knowledge
• Able to work well in a team and within a fast-paced environment
• Motivated, self-starter – able to carry out tasks with minimal supervision
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• FAA Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) license/certification or equivalent experience required
• Inspection Authorization (IA) certification a plus

EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate degree strongly preferred, Bachelor's Degree or equivalent a plus
• A minimum of 5 years overall aircraft maintenance experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, walk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This position requires close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The employee is required to regularly work in both office and outside weather environments. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and vibrations, and is frequently exposed to very hot or cold, wet or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risks of electrical shock. The noise level is occasionally very loud.

These physical demands and work conditions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone

SPECIAL WORK CONDITIONS

• Must be a US Citizen or hold a valid Green Card
• Domestic and International Travel may be required

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees working in this position and within this Job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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