Mechanic / Sheet Metal

Gestal; Delta, Quebec; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestal in Delta, Canada is seeking an Aircraft Structural Assembler to join our manufacturing team. You will assemble, install, modify, and repair structural components for aircraft, including aluminum and composite structures, following engineering drawings and approved procedures.

You will read drawings, use hand tools, pneumatic equipment, and precision measuring instruments to ensure dimensional accuracy and compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience reading engineering drawings, specifications, and tolerances.
• Ability to read and interpret tolerances and technical instructions.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install aircraft structural components and subassemblies according to drawings and procedures.
• Drill, rivet, countersink, fasten, and perform sheet metal repairs on aluminum and composites.
• Apply sealants, bonding agents, and corrosion protection treatments.
• Perform structural modifications, adjustments, and repairs as required.
• Operate pneumatic tools, hydraulic presses, and precision measuring equipment.
• Inspect completed work for dimensional accuracy and quality compliance.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production to resolve issues.
• Follow all aerospace safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.

Skills

Aircraft structures knowledge

Reading engineering drawings

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Technical training in aircraft structures

Tools

Sheet metal tooling

Pneumatic equipment

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

We are looking for an Aircraft Structural Assembler to assemble, install, modify, and repair aircraft structural components, including Bombardier Challenger 650 horizontal stabilizers.

The successful candidate will work in a manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and install aircraft structural components and subassemblies according to engineering drawings and technical procedures.
• Perform drilling, riveting, countersinking, fastening, and sheet metal repairs on aluminum and composite structures.
• Apply sealants, bonding agents, and corrosion protection treatments.
• Perform structural modifications, adjustments, and repairs as required.
• Operate pneumatic tools, hydraulic presses, and precision measuring equipment.
• Inspect completed work to ensure dimensional accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical issues.
• Follow all aerospace safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures

Requirements

• Technical training in aircraft structures, aerospace manufacturing, sheet metal, or equivalent practical experience.
• Knowledge of aircraft structural assembly techniques, including drilling, riveting, and fastening.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical instructions, and tolerances.
• Familiarity with aluminum and composite aircraft structures.
• Ability to use hand tools, pneumatic equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or structural assembly is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and production deadlines.