Experimental Aircraft Mechanic

5 days ago


San Diego, California, United States Natilus Inc. Full time
Aircraft Prototyping and Repair Specialist

Natilus Inc. is seeking an experienced Aircraft and Powerplant (A&P) mechanic to join our team in a fast-paced experimental prototyping environment. We are building a large 19,000 lbs unmanned aerial vehicle powered by twin turbo props and are a Blended Wing Body with the sole purpose of carrying cargo.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Disassemble and reassemble propulsion systems, avionics, aircraft structures, mechanical systems, and other fluid or electrical systems from existing aircraft.
  • Perform basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
  • Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures, including repairs involving aircraft sheet metal and composite structures.
  • Schedule and perform inspection and preventative maintenance of aircraft.
Requirements:
  • Aircraft and Powerplant (A&P) License.
  • Three years of experience as an A&P mechanic, with recent turboprop aircraft experience.
  • Knowledge of basic fixed-wing aircraft maintenance.
  • Ability to locate and follow maintenance manual directions and component manuals.
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent.
  • Eligibility to work in the U.S.
Preferred Experience:
  • Beech 1900 or King Air experience.
  • Ability to fabricate a wide variety of aircraft metallic structures, including formed sheet metal, riveted structures, CNC machinings on mills and lathes.
  • Composite fabrication experience, including fiberglass, carbon fiber, sandwich structures, using vacuum bagging, and/or oven/autoclave processes.
  • Welding experience with MIG, TIG, Stick, Oxy-Acetylene on steel and aluminum structures.
Benefits:
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA).
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D).
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays).
  • Stock Option Plan.

Natilus Inc. hires solely based on qualifications, merit, and competence. Natilus Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.



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