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Sheet Metal Mechanic

skybridge aviationOlive Branch, MS

24 days ago

Occupations

Sheet Metal WorkersStructural Metal Fabricators and FittersAircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

Industries

Other Support Activities for Air TransportationFabricated Structural Metal ManufacturingSheet Metal Work Manufacturing
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About the role

Now Hiring: Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic | F/A-18 Depot-Level Repair | Kiln, MSWe're hiring an experienced Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic for a permanent, direct-hire position supporting F/A-18 depot-level repair at Stennis Space Center in Kiln, Mississippi. F-18 experience is preferred. If you've done structural repair on other fighter or military airframes, we want to hear from you.
What you'll do:
  • Disassemble, repair, modify, and reassemble aircraft structures including bulkheads, spars, wings, flaps, pylons, fuselage sections, skins, ribs, and fuel tanks
  • Evaluate structural damage and develop patterns for fabrication
  • Work with aluminum, stainless steel, magnesium, copper, and honeycomb
  • Rivet, bolt, drill, and fasten to critical tolerances and strength standards
  • Use precision measuring tools including calipers, protractors, dial gauges, and sine bars
What we're looking for:
  • 4+ years of aircraft sheet metal or structures experience (Aircraft Mechanic II level)
  • Military fixed-wing or heavy structures background preferred (Navy AM, USMC structures, or civilian equivalent)
  • Active Secret clearance, or eligibility to obtain oneU.S. citizenship
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to pass a hands-on skills certification examA&P license is a plus but not required
  • Good to know
  • Permanent, direct-hire position
  • Up to 25% travel may be required
  • Drug-free workplace; pre-employment and post-offer testing required
Separating from the military or looking for your next step in aviation structures? Message me or comment below, and share this with anyone who might be a fit.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Mid

Location

Olive Branch, MS

Occupation

Sheet Metal Workers

Industry

Other Support Activities for Air Transportation

Posted

24 days ago

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