Aircraft Fabrication Technician I – Precision Sheet Metal

Platform Aerospace; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace in Hollywood, MD is seeking a Fabrication Technician I to fabricate parts and perform aircraft sheet metal and composite repairs under supervision.

The role requires 0–2 years of experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain a security clearance. You will read blueprints, set up fabrication work, and operate tools in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 0–2 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reading detailed blueprints for fabrication.
• Maintain precise tolerances in fabrication.
• Basic shop arithmetic and measurement proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Follow detailed blueprints to layout pieces for fabrication and installation.
• Layout and fabricate aircraft parts such as ribs, stringers, doublers using sheet metal methods.
• Use calipers, dial calipers, and scales to verify dimensions.
• Operate fabrication machines: drill press, band saw, chop saw, bending brakes, shears.
• Maintain tight tolerances and quality throughout fabrication.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Dial calipers

Scales

Drill press

Band saw

Chop saw

Bending brakes

Shears

Job description

Platform Aerospace in Hollywood, MD is seeking a Fabrication Technician I to fabricate parts and perform aircraft sheet metal and composite repairs under supervision.

The role requires 0–2 years of experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain a security clearance. You will read blueprints, set up fabrication work, and operate tools in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.