Structures Mechanic

Advanced Innovative Solutions LLC stands as a unique force in the aviation contracting industry, distinguished not only by our expertise but also by the values that drive us. We are a team of veterans—mechanics and technicians who have honed our craft in aviation and carry the discipline and integrity learned in service into every project we take on. Our approach is simple, but profound: treat every individual with fairness, respect, and dignity.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Identify if a fastener is a rivet, blind rivet, screw, hi-lock, bolt, or lock bolt
• Read and interpret blueprints, process data sheets & maintenance instruction manuals
• Demonstrate knowledge of cleaning, corrosion prevention, and control, polish or dry wash tasks
• Knowledge of common fastener sizes and correct cutting tools for removal and installation processes
• Remove and reinstall access panels and fairings.
• Remove damaged screws without damaging the surrounding structure
• Ability to safety wire and install cotter pins
• Ability to apply aircraft finishes (primer and paint), Alodine, and sealants
• Ability to close tolerance drill
• Perform structural repairs and modifications on strike fighters, commercial derivative aircraft, and flight control components
• Utilize measuring tools such as micrometer, dial caliper, grip gauges, feeler gauge, depth gauge, trimic, and bore gages
• Fabricate, locate, trim, drill/ream, and assemble metallic and
• Makes major/minor modifications to aircraft skins and other structural components.
• Installs rivets, blind fasteners, hiloks, etc in metallic and composite structures.
• Ensure aircraft technical logbook, maintenance documentation, work packages, and zonal handovers are completed accurately and within prescribed timescales in conjunction with the program leads and managers
• Knowledge/ability to read and comprehend Airworthiness Directives, Technical Directives, and Service Bulletins to effective aircraft
• Highlight any technical issues, discrepancies, or other issues to the program lead and manager

• 2+ years of heavy commercial aircraft repair or modification experience.
• Must have the minimum tools as required.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and climb up and down ladders
• Must be willing to work any shift.
• Must be willing to work overtime (as requested).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site.