JOB TITLE: A&P Mechanic

LOCATION: Spaceport America, NM | Las Cruces, NM

PAY RATE: Up to $50.00 per hour

***MUST BE US PERSONS***

How would you like to work for one of the premier Space Aerospace companies in the United States? This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to work on amazing spacecrafts.

We at The Structures Company have an opportunity for you as an A&P Mechanic - Truth or Consequences, NM (Spaceport America).

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a US person as noted in the Job description?

• Do you meet the job's educational and experience requirements?

• Can you either commute to the job location or relocate for the position?

Details:

• 100% Onsite in Truth or Consequences, NM (Spaceport America)

• Day shift available | (4) 10 hour shifts per week

• Contract to direct hire opportunity.

• Lower cost of living in the Truth or Consequences / Las Cruces area

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna

• Potential for bonuses

• As a Tier One supplier We have priority!

• 1,000's of openings nationwide

• Free coffee

• Snacks

• Parking

• Free charging stations for EV vehicles

• Gym

• Maternity parking for expectant mothers

• Free meals (up to 3 meals a day)

Summary:

• Assist with development of maintenance manual definition for vehicle systems and structures.

• Assist with the spaceline GMM development and definition.

• Support training program definition with direct input of hands-on knowledge from the vehicles via different mediums as appropriate.

• Responsible for accomplishing assigned maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repair work on the space flight system vehicles.

• Checks, dismantles, adjusts, overhauls, repairs, fabricates, removes and installs all parts of aircraft, including propulsion systems (turbine & rocket), avionics equipment & instruments, fuel systems, ECS systems, life support systems and mechanical systems and hydraulic systems.

• Performs machine tool work and/or composite repair work in connection with the above mechanic maintenance work.

• Shall be required to return an aircraft to service after maintenance had been performed as allowed by the spaceline GMM and the privileges of the airframe and powerplant license.

• Shall be required to complete and sign work records in connection with work performed.

• Inspects parts, sub-assemblies and completed assemblies only to the extent necessary to determine, accomplish and approve own work.

• Will be required to, but not limited to, be working on base maintenance type workloads for the spaceline vehicles.

Required Skills:

• Must have a valid FAA approved Airframe and Powerplant license (A&P License).

• Composite experience

• Must be familiar with procedures applicable to the various phases of maintenance.

• Preferred experience with rocket systems and associated solid and/or liquid propellants.

Desired Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum 2 years of college level education preferred.

• Certifications or similar within aerospace, aviation or automotive.

• Graduated from a technical college or other recognized apprenticeship.

• Minimum 1-2 years line maintenance experience, 5 years' experience is preferred.

• Experience on narrow body and/or business jet aircraft preferred.

• Experience with composite aircraft is preferred although not required (commercial or military aerospace application).

• Must have the ability to assume responsibility for proper administration of policies and procedures.

• Must be able to work under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Must display maturity of action and judgment.

• Good communication skills.

*ITAR Definition

Under 120.14 of the ITAR a U.S. person is defined as a person who is a lawful permanent resident of the United States. A lawful permanent resident is further defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20). A U.S. Person is also a protected individual which is defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

The Structures Company is a leading national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. Our clients depend on us for comprehensive support across various domains, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance & repair, and support staff. Our specialized recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.

We have a national medical, dental, and vision plan with United Healthcare, and we also have a robust 401K offering. In addition, there is potential for bonuses, sick pay, and holiday pay for those who qualify.

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, aircraf

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