Aircraft Sheet Metal/Structural Mechanic

Job Summary

Strategic Support Solutions is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic to join our team. You will be assigned to support a premier client in the aerospace and defense industry, performing structural repairs, modifications, and corrosion control on a variety of aircraft.

The ideal candidate will be an expert in working with thin-skinned aircraft, adept at reading technical drawings, and committed to the highest standards of safety and quality. This role requires a high degree of proficiency with industry-standard tools and procedures. If you are a motivated technician with a passion for aviation and a strong work ethic, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform corrosion repair, mitigation, and structural modifications on aircraft panels and components.
• Inspect and evaluate structural damage to aircraft sheet metal systems.
• Mechanically strip paint materials and prepare composite surfaces using state-of-the-art materials and methods.
• Remove and reinstall aircraft panels, skins, and other components in preparation for maintenance and coating applications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, technical data, and manufacturing specifications to ensure all work is performed to standard.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork, including work orders, log entries, and parts requests, utilizing manufacturers' manuals.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience & Skills

• A minimum of three (3) years of recent and continuous experience as a sheet metal mechanic, specifically working on general aviation aircraft with thin skins.
• Proficiency with common sheet metal tools, including rivet guns, pneumatic drills, sanders, grinders, and precision measuring instruments.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to handle stressful situations.

Tools & Equipment

• Candidates must possess their own complete set of tools required for the job.
• All tools must be shadowed and etched in compliance with the site's tool control policy before starting.

Certifications & Checks

• An FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license is preferred but not required.
• A practical skills test will be administered as part of the hiring process.
• Must be able to pass employment verification and an FBI criminal history records check for unescorted access to Security Identification Display Areas (SIDA).

Physical Demands

• Must be physically able to perform all duties of an aircraft mechanic.
• Ability to stand, squat, sit, walk, and work with arms overhead for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.

Why Join Strategic Support Solutions?

We are committed to our employees and offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

• Extremely Competitive Salary
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Weekly Pay Schedule
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Contribution to Medical Insurance
• Employer-Paid Tele-medicine Access
• Non-taxable Per Diem (for qualifying employees)
• Exclusive Discount Programs for travel, entertainment, and more