$36.00 – $45.00 Per Hour DOE
Commercial & Military Rotorcraft Structures Maintenance
3 Immediate Openings
Travel Required
Nickerson Talent Solutions is actively seeking experienced Helicopter Structures Mechanics to support a growing rotorcraft maintenance operation in Fort Worth, TX.
This position supports commercial and military helicopter structural repair, sheet metal fabrication, aircraft skin repair, component replacement, interior modifications, and return-to-service activities across multiple rotorcraft platforms.
We are seeking mechanics with strong hands-on rotorcraft structures and sheet metal experience who can independently perform structural repairs, fabricate and install components, interpret technical drawings, and support heavy maintenance operations in an FAA-regulated environment.
This is NOT an entry-level structures / sheet metal position.
Candidates with strong helicopter structures, sheet metal fabrication, aircraft skin repair, and heavy maintenance experience are highly encouraged to apply.
WHY MECHANICS APPLY
• Stable long-term rotorcraft maintenance program
• Commercial and military helicopter exposure
• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term potential
• Hands-on structural repair and modification work
• Fast-paced maintenance environment with consistent work
• Travel opportunities available
• Team-oriented maintenance operation
• Opportunity to work across multiple helicopter platforms
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
• Helicopter structures & sheet metal repair
• Aircraft skin repairs & structural modifications
• Heavy maintenance & return-to-service support
• Commercial & military rotorcraft environment
• FAA-regulated maintenance operation
• Hands-on fabrication and repair work
• Structural troubleshooting & damage repair
• Long-term career opportunity
SUPPORTED ROTORCRAFT EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Bell: 206, 407, 412, 429, 505, UH-1
Airbus: AS350, EC120, EC130, EC135, EC145, EC155, AS355
Leonardo / Agusta: AW109, AW119, AW139, AW169
MD Helicopters: MD369
Sikorsky: S-76, UH-60
Candidates should have recent hands-on rotorcraft structures or sheet metal maintenance experience on one or more of the helicopter platforms listed above.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform structural repairs, modifications, inspections, and sheet metal work on commercial and military helicopters
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, aircraft maintenance manuals, and technical specifications
• Fabricate, fit, repair, and install aircraft structural components
• Repair and replace aircraft skins, bulkheads, formers, stringers, frames, ribs, and structural fittings
• Repair structural discrepancies including dents, cracks, corrosion damage, and skin damage
• Install patch materials including aluminum, composites, fiberglass, and synthetic resin materials
• Install and repair interior furnishings, insulation, flooring, paneling, windows, doors, wall panels, and ceilings
• Repair and replace flight control surfaces including flaps, ailerons, rudders, elevators, and stabilizers
• Apply corrosion-resistant coatings, primers, and protective finishes
• Operate fabrication equipment including shears, brakes, presses, punch and drill presses, and forming equipment
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, grinders, sanders, and measuring instruments
• Inspect completed work using precision measuring equipment to verify conformity and tolerances
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair documentation in accordance with FAA and repair station standards
• Comply with all safety procedures, repair station requirements, and maintenance regulations
