Unique Fabricating, Inc. Oshkosh , WI 54902
Posted 5 days ago
A & P Mechanics
Basler Turbo Conversions takes the legendary DC-3 and puts it through the industry's most extensive remanufacturing process. Built into each airframe is the sum of our knowledge and our proprietary processes, along with state-of-the-art components, world-class Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67R engines and Hartzell propellers. The BT-67 modernization includes a complete airframe overhaul, aerodynamic improvements, structural modifications that increase strength and improve performance, and new systems that improve reliability.We are seeking strong motivated A&P Sheet Metal Mechanics to be part of our great and growing team! You will be an instrumental part of transforming the DC-3 to the BT-67. Details include but are not limited to dismantling, overhauling, repairing, fabricating, assembling, inspecting and erecting all parts of an aircraft.
Plan, lay out, fabricate, assemble, install, and repair aircraft sheet metal parts.
Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling, and installing sheet metal products.
Lay out and mark dimensions and reference lines on material to develop and trace patterns of product or parts, or uses templates.
Set up and operate fabricating machines such as shears, brakes, presses, forming rolls, and routers, to cut, bend, block and form, or straighten materials.
Shape metal material over anvil, block, or other form.
Trim, file, grind, de-burr, buff, and smooth surfaces.
Comply with 14 CFR (as applicable), manufacturer's specifications, company policies, and procedures, as well as other methods accepted by the FAA, when accomplishing maintenance.
Conduct on-the-job training as assigned.
Maintain the maintenance work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Perform a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on aircraft structural assemblies and sub-assemblies such as wings, stabilizers, and flight controls.
Work with or without established blueprints to fabricate, drill, dimple, file, grind, trim, countersink and install aircraft structural assemblies and sub-assemblies.
Use of hand and/or power tools, jigs, and saws.
May disassemble, modify, rework, re-assemble, complex structures and systems.
Work with composites if interested.
Additional duties as assigned.
Skills and Experience Required:
Previous experience manufacturing simple to complex mechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies.
Experience using hand tools, power tools, and machinery such as drill presses, rivet and hardware presses.
Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings.
Must have strong mechanical aptitude.
Well rounded knowledge of sheet metal tooling, equipment, materials, and processes, strongly preferred.
Must own basic set of aircraft maintenance tools.
Must take instruction and guidance well.
Must be goal oriented, have exceptional attention to detail, and must work well individually or in team situations
Enthusiasm to learn.
A drive for process improvement and learning our aircraft and systems.
High energy level.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to work at both a fast paced and high quality level.
Team Spirit.
Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol tests.
Be authorized to work in the US.
Physical Abilities:
This position requires you to perform a variety of physical activities such as:
Accessing elevated areas of aircraft for maintenance and servicing which may require the use of ladders, high lift trucks, boom lifts and other lifting devices
Climbing, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, sitting, working overhead, extensive walking, working in tight/confined spaces and lifting up to 50 pounds
Handling hazardous material in performance of assigned duties
Be able to use Personal Protective Equipment (e.g., respirators, safety glasses, safety shoes, etc.)
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position; additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as appropriate
Desired Experience:
3+ year's structural sheet metal experience.
General aviation experience performing annual inspections and maintenance.
Experience working with composites and fabric flight controls.
High school diploma/GED.
Experience working on a C47/DC3.
A&P certificate desired
What you'll get:
Smaller company where you won't feel like a number
Company that makes unique, custom made products
Employees play a large part and are an impact on the company
Health insurance
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
401 (k)
Hours: 6:30 am - 3:30 pm Monday-Friday
Unique Fabricating, Inc.