BAE Systems

Aircraft Structural Technician

Job posted: Oct 20, 2024
Manchester, Alabama, United States; Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States; New Hampshire, Ohio, United States
  • Salary average
    $62,810  -  $100,540
    per YEAR
  • Type of employment
    Full-time
  • Remote
    No

Company

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services.

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Inspired by a shared set of values, our employees are trusted, innovative, and bold in everything they do. They shine in a highly collaborative environment where everyone wants to see each other succeed – because they know the quality of our work truly matters.

Responsibilities

  • Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers
  • May perform quality control inspection for work done by other technicians
  • Perform installation and troubleshooting of various mechanical systems on the aircraft
  • Working knowledge of Technical Orders and Manuals
  • Ensures documents and records are maintained
  • Performs a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, and/or electromechanical areas

Contract

40 hours per week

Candidate requirements

  • We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change
  • Experience with Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) publications
  • Experience with Interactive Electronic Technical Manual
  • Ability to use basic hand tools
  • Computer/Typing skills and experience with MS Office Applications
  • Ability to use sheet metal modification tools
  • Working knowledge of Technical Orders and Manuals
  • O-level troubleshooting experience on military aircraft systems
  • Basic working knowledge of all aircraft systems related to the type of aircraft qualified on
  • Ability to obtain or possesses Secret security clearance

Skills used at work

  • Inspection
  • Other
  • Quality control

Job Description

Performs a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, and/or electromechanical areas.

Reading and interpreting mechanical fabrication and installation drawings. Perform installation and troubleshooting of various mechanical systems on the aircraft. Normal/corrected sight to 20/20, and normal color vision. Perform mechanical sub-assembly fabrication. Ability to use sheet metal modification tools. Tests, adjusts and replaces parts such as tires, wiring, and instruments using various test equipment, technical diagrams, maintenance manuals, and mechanics' tools. Is familiar with the field's procedures, practices and concepts. May perform quality control inspection for work done by other technicians. Ensures documents and records are maintained. Coordinate and inspect parts.

Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, diagnoses, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems. Works from schematics, engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions. Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format. Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Ability to obtain or possesses Secret security clearance
  • Ability to use basic hand tools
  • O-level troubleshooting experience on military aircraft systems
  • Flightline use of support equipment
  • Formally trained in the maintenance and troubleshooting of aircraft systems
  • Basic working knowledge of all aircraft systems related to the type of aircraft qualified on
  • Working knowledge of Technical Orders and Manuals
  • Computer/Typing skills and experience with MS Office Applications
  • Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Certified 5-Level or Equivalent.

Experience with Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) publications.

Experience with Portable Maintenance Aids.

Test & Evaluation experience.

Recent Hands-On experience

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $62810 - $100540

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

Job posted: Oct 20, 2024

Expiration date: Oct 22, 2024