Aircraft Structures Mechanic III

Job overview

The Aircraft Structures Mechanic III role is onsite in Hoopes Landing, VA, and pays $53.97 per hour. Tyonek Services Group supports aviation maintenance, aircraft modification, prototype integration, flight-test support, and aviation management for the Technology Development Directorate’s Aviation and Systems Integration Division. This senior structural repair and modification specialist supports research, development, test, and evaluation aircraft programs. The role contributes to aircraft airworthiness and developmental aviation work through structural repairs, fabrication, prototype installations, and integration in coordination with engineers, flight-test personnel, and maintenance teams.

What you'll do

• Repair, modify, fabricate, and install aircraft structural components using approved technical data and drawings
• perform sheet-metal layout, drilling, riveting, forming, fitting, and assembly
• manufacture and install prototype components and modification kits
• interpret engineering drawings and technical publications
• support aircraft integration and troubleshooting
• inspect and repair airframe assemblies
• perform corrosion treatment and prevention
• document maintenance actions and initiate work orders
• maintain tools, materials, and HAZMAT inventory
• provide ground support during flight operations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

aircraft structures mechanic iii

aircraft structural repair

aircraft modification

aircraft fabrication

sheet metal

prototype integration

flight test support

hoopes landing va

tyonek native corporation

$53.97/hour

security clearance required

u.s. citizenship required

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires 8–10 years of relevant aircraft structural repair, sheet-metal, airframe modification, or maintenance experience; must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance and be a U.S. citizen. Flight-test participation may be available; FAA Airframe & Powerplant certification and military aircraft specialties are preferred.

About the employer

Tyonek Native Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Support Activities for Rail Transportation. Sector: 48.