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StandardAero Augusta is a Business Aviation MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul) facility, operating at the Augusta Regional Airport for over 50 years. We specialize in performing heavy maintenance across an extensive range of aircraft models, including renowned brands such as Falcon, Hawker, Challenger, Gulfstream, and Embraer. With a significant 80,500 sq ft expansion opening in August 2025, we’re doubling our footprint at AGS. Our facility focuses on 22 models of aircraft on the Airframe side, while our Engine Shop performs comprehensive overhauls on Honeywell HTF7000 and TFE731 engines, APUs, and performs diagnostics in our state-of-the-art Test Cells.
This Aircraft Structural Mechanic will perform internal and external sheet metal repairs, modifications, and installations to all aircraft serviced in our facility. They will utilize their expert craftsmanship to fabricate various sheet metal parts (I-beams, doublers, triplers, stringers) by interpreting blueprints. This individual will succeed by calculating angles, diameters, and bend allowances, to cut, shape, and form various airframe structures. The right candidate will have extensive experience and confidence in their skills to build structural forms such as I-beams, doublers, stringers, and avionics trays.
What to expect in this role:
- Perform structural aircraft repairs using appropriate sheet metal techniques and fasteners.
- Remove, replace, and relocate headers, stringers, doors, beams, and bulkheads while building up surfaces and structures to specifications.
- Install Service Bulletin kits using parts and instructions provided by OEM.
- Plan and develop schemes for sheet metal repairs and modifications by utilizing blueprints, sketches, service bulletins, OEM specifications, engineering orders, and other technical publications.
- Use precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, and protractors, to accomplish repairs or modifications.
- Inspect aircraft in accordance with OEM Light or Heavy Maintenance manuals and evaluate removed components for serviceability, documenting discrepancies.
- Document all work accomplished in a clear, concise, and accurate manner.
- Accomplish Service Bulletins, Repair Letters, and Airworthiness Directives as required.
- Analyze various mechanical problems to determine causes and the best methods of repair.
Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of three (3) years of aircraft sheet metal fabrication experience required.
- Prior experience working in the capacity of an Airframe Sheet Metal Specialist, Structural Technician or Aircraft Mechanic.
- A valid FAA Airframe License.
- Experience building I-beams, doublers, stringers, and performing corrosion control.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience building bespoke structures, trays and/or mounts of all sizes and applications.
- A valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.
- Experience working along side A&P Mechanics and Avionics Technicians performing heavy maintenance
- Corporate / Business Aviation or MRO experience strongly desired.
Benefits that make life better:
- Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assiatance Eligible
- Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance
- 401(k) with a 5 company match, immediately vested.
- Paid Time Off accrues on day one!
- Quarterly Bonus opportunities
- Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Career development and cross-training opportunities
Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911
With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.
Inclusivity Is Our Standard
It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.
