CareerPlan

Repair Station Mechanic

Wichita, KansasFull-time2026-10-02 → 2026-11-10

Core

Perform maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) of aircraft composite assemblies, struts, nacelles, and thrust reverser components using lay-up tools, bonding equipment, and precision instruments.

Role type

Senior IC aircraft repair station mechanic

Builds

Repaired and reworked aerostructures for commercial jetliners

Domain

Aviation / Aerospace Manufacturing

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Composite ply layup, core repair, vacuum/pressure bag operation, autoclave/oven operation, precision measuring, shop mathematics, FAA Part 65 certification pursuit, maintenance manual interpretation

Preferred skills

A&P license, 777/737 experience, thrust reverser/inlet/fan cowl experience, 2+ years MRO experience

Technologies

Lay-up tools, optical/hard tools, bonding equipment, testing equipment, ovens, autoclaves

Responsibilities

Repair and rework composite assemblies using lay-up and bonding tools; Operate curing ovens and autoclaves; Perform minor machine maintenance and preventative upkeep; Move product within the repair station; Verify work against engineering instructions and maintenance manuals.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC