Sheet Metal Mechanic

STS Aviation Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services provider in Birmingham is seeking skilled Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanics. Responsibilities include carrying out maintenance and modifications according to approved standards, working with complex structural assemblies, and ensuring precision in all tasks. Ideal candidates will have an engineering apprenticeship and at least two years of relevant experience, demonstrating strong hand skills and attention to detail. This role offers an opportunity to work in a safety-driven team dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• Ideally two years of live aircraft sheet metal or structural experience.
• Previous aircraft production experience.
• Previous aircraft modification experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out modifications and maintenance according to approved drawings.
• Complete strip and removal of major structural aircraft equipment.
• Install complex structural assemblies.

Skills

Excellent hand skills

Strong attention to detail

Reliability and adaptability

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Completed an engineering apprenticeship in Aeronautical Engineering or military equivalent

Job description

Posted on 2025-12-14

STS Aviation Services

STS Aviation Services is hiring Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanics in Birmingham, United Kingdom. This role is built for skilled structural technicians who take pride in precision, workmanship, and the ability to deliver high quality results under established aviation standards. You will support modifications, heavy maintenance, and structural repairs across a variety of aircraft platforms while working within an experienced, safety-driven team.

If you want to contribute to a growing organisation that values professionalism, craft, and reliability, this is the opportunity.

Key Duties and 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
• Complete strip and removal of major structural aircraft equipment
• Interpret technical manuals, technical drawings, and regulatory requirements
• Install complex structural assemblies
• Work to fine tolerances and consistently high standards
• Use sealants, fasteners, and bonding techniques as required
• Maintain the highest standards of tool control within the work area

Maintain a safe and clean working environment

• Provide regular updates on any issues affecting the work plan, including proposed solutions where applicable
• Report unsafe conditions to the Lead Technician or B1 Engineer and through internal reporting channels

Skills and Abilities

• Completed an engineering apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering or military equivalent
• Ideally two years of live aircraft sheet metal or structural experience
• Previous aircraft production experience
• Previous aircraft modification experience is advantageous
• Excellent hand skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom
• Subject to UK Security Vetting
• Excellent knowledge of airframes
• Reliability and adaptability
• Good interpersonal skills

Part 145 Training Requirements

• Initial Human Factors and Continuation Training Human Factors
• Initial SFAR Phase 1 and 2 and Continuation Training SFAR Phase 1 and 2
• Initial EWIS Group 1 and 2 and Continuation Training EWIS Group 1 and 2
• ETOPS
• RVSM

About STS Aviation Services

STS Aviation Services is the aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul arm of STS Aviation Group. We operate state of the art facilities throughout the United Kingdom, supporting commercial and defence aviation customers with base maintenance, line maintenance, modification, engineering, and bespoke programme support. Our teams are committed to safety, quality, and delivering solutions that keep aircraft flying.