Aircraft Structural Technician

Matchtech; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace provider seeks experienced Aircraft Structural Technicians/Sheet Metal Workers in Birmingham. The role involves crucial maintenance, modifications, and assembly tasks focusing on aircraft structures, requiring an engineering background and relevant experience. Successful candidates will work in a dynamic environment with a strong emphasis on safety and technical integrity.

Qualifications

• Ideally 2 years live aircraft sheet metal/structural experience.
• Previous aircraft production and modification experience is advantageous.
• Excellent knowledge of airframes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out modifications and maintenance in accordance with approved drawings.
• Complete strip/removal of major structural aircraft equipment.
• Installation of complex structural assemblies.

Skills

Hand skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Technical interpretation

Education

Engineering apprenticeship (Aeronautical or military equivalent)

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25.06.2025

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Job summary

Our client, a leading provider in the aerospace industry, is seeking a number of experienced Aircraft Structural Technicians / Sheet Metal Workers in Birmingham on a permanent basis.

Key skills required for this role

Complete strip/removal of major structural aircraft equipment.

Important

To be able to carry out modifications / maintenance in line with drawings / maintenance data

Job Opportunity: Aircraft Structures Technician / Sheet Metal Worker

This role is crucial within the engineering team, focusing on the structural maintenance and modification of aircrafts.

Location: Birmingham
Shift pattern: Monday - Thursday (days), 10 hour shifts

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Carry out modifications and maintenance in accordance with approved drawings and maintenance data, taking full accountability for the technical integrity of all work performed. All tasks will be assigned by the Lead Technician or B1 Engineer. You will be expected to provide regular updates on any issues affecting the work plan, including proposed solutions or recommendations where applicable. Any unsafe conditions must be promptly reported to the Lead Technician or B1 Engineer, as well as through the appropriate internal reporting channels.

Complete strip/removal of major structural aircraft equipment.

Interpret technical manuals, technical drawings, and regulatory requirements.

Installation of complex structural assemblies

Working to fine tolerances and high standards

Use sealants, various fasteners, bonding techniques as per technical standards

Maintain the highest standards of tool control within the work area.

Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Skills and Abilities

Completed an engineering apprenticeship - ideally in Aeronautical engineering or military equivalent

Ideally 2 years live aircraft sheet metal/structural experience

Previous aircraft production experience

Previous aircraft modification experience is advantageous

Excellent hand skills

Eligible to work and live in the UK

Subject to UK security Vetting

Excellent knowledge of airframes

Reliability

Good interpersonal skills

Part-145 Training Requirements

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