Aerospace Sheet Metal Technician - Precision Assembly

North Central Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

North Central Institute in Texas is seeking an Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician to follow Production Manager instructions and produce safe, high-quality sheet metal components. You will read mechanical drawings, interpret detail views, and operate drill presses, shears, table saws, and bandsaws while using calipers and scales for precise measurements.

Applicants should have at least two years aerospace or three years general manufacturing experience, a high school diploma, and strong

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets detailed mechanical drawings.
• Interprets cutaway and detail views.
• Maintains documentation such as work orders and tags.
• Identifies aluminum alloys and thicknesses.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Operate machines such as drill presses, shears, table saws, and bandsaws.
• Use measuring tools and perform precise cuts.
• Identify alloys and thicknesses, and select appropriate fasteners.
• Maintain documentation and lay out cut lines and hole locations.
• Ensure proper drilling, countersinking, and rivet installation.

Skills

Read and interpret drawings

Measuring tools

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Drill presses

Shears

Table saw

Bandsaw

Calipers

Rivet guns

Cleco pliers

Clecos

Microstop countersinks

Pencil grinders

Routers

Job description

North Central Institute in Texas is seeking an Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician to follow Production Manager instructions and produce safe, high-quality sheet metal components. You will read mechanical drawings, interpret detail views, and operate drill presses, shears, table saws, and bandsaws while using calipers and scales for precise measurements.

Applicants should have at least two years aerospace or three years general manufacturing experience, a high school diploma, and strong