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&39; 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&39;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
