Composite Mechanic
Company: Flightstar Aircraft Services, LLC
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: February 21, 2026
|
|
|
Job Description:
Job Description Job Description FLSA: Non- Exempt Department:
Backshops Job Title: Composite Mechanic Reports To: Backshops
Supervisor DOT/ NON- DOT: DOT Shift: 1st shift; 7:00am - 3:30pm
Position Summary The Composite Mechanic will identify, asses,
repair and/or replace any damage to composite aircraft components
including, but not limited to, flight control surfaces, pylons,
access panels, fuselage and engine cowls. Job Duties and
Responsibilities 1 Using basic hand tools or basic equipment
provided. Performs skilled manual and technical work as instructed.
2 Reads instructions and safety information as necessary for proper
and safe completion of assigned work. 3 Lifts and carries hand
tools, parts, and work materials; ascends and descends ladders and
platforms; and frequently works in a variety of positions such as
stooping, kneeling or squatting. 4 Follows safety procedures and
wears/uses appropriate safety equipment for the work being
performed. 5 Provides instructions and training regarding aircraft
work and company procedures and safety standards to personnel
assigned to him/her as apprentices, if any. 6 Able to read and
understand aircraft manufacturers design drawings and data ie. SRM,
AMM, and IPC to identify and locate aircraft components on the
aircraft, and accurately implements instructions of maintenance
manuals. Identifies the structural composition of aircraft (i.e.,
aluminum or composite) prior to performing any work on the
structure. 7 Performs proper repairs to aircraft parts, such as
fiberglass, graphite, carbon fiber and aluminum structures. 8
Familiar with resins, film adhesives, pre-pregs, fiberglass cloth
types, core types and materials. 9 Performs repairs on noted
discrepancies, and effectively researches manufacturer’s manuals
for appropriate repair procedures prior to performing repairs. 10
Familiar with basic hot bond repairs such as damage assessment,
damage removal, surface preparation, laying up, bagging and
finishing repairs. 11 Must be able to work independently or with
others with minimal supervision. 12 Has the ability and skill to
work in expeditious manner in order to accomplish assignments in
allotted time. 13 Must have effective verbal and writing
communication skills. 14 Performs other duties as assigned. Key
Interactions Internal Departments or Job Titles Purpose Immediate
Manager/ Supervisor and other Maintenance Leadership Department
Leads Other department employees and contract employees External
Businesses or Organization Purpose Vendors Customers Position
Profile Required Desired Level Academic Qualifications High School
Diploma or GED required x Languages Read, speak, write, and
understand the English language x Special Licenses FAA A&P
license (in good standing) preferred x Drivers License x Previous
Experience Minimum three (3) years of applicable experience in
aircraft composite repairs. x Technical Skills Individual will
perform daily transactions within Flightstar’s ERP system, vending
(POU), as well as research customer’s maintenance manuals. x
Physical Requirement Lifts and carries hand tools, parts, and work
materials; ascends and descends ladders and platforms; and
frequently works in a variety of positions such as stooping,
kneeling or squatting. x
Keywords: Flightstar Aircraft Services, LLC, Port Orange , Composite Mechanic, Engineering , Jacksonville, Florida