Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

The Structures Company; Tyndall Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Tier 1 supplier access

Job summary

The Structures Company is seeking an Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic at Tyndall AFB, FL. This contract role requires an Active Secret Clearance and involves reading engineering drawings, fabricating parts, bonding assemblies, and operating bonding equipment.

Expect 5/40 first shift with a pay rate of $35.69/hour and potential for extension based on performance and program needs.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance required to start.
• Must be a U.S. Person (ITAR).
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft drawings, manuals, and structure repair docs.
• Experience fabricating detail parts (shims, gussets, brackets, patches).
• Experience with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers).
• Experience with drills, riveters, and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret aircraft drawings, manuals, and notes.
• Fabricate detail parts and assemblies using specified methods.
• Bond and assemble aircraft parts and materials as required.
• Set up and operate material testers and bonding equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, FOD-free work area and document procedures.

Skills

Aircraft sheet metal

Reading blueprints

Quality inspection

Fabrication

Bonding & assemblies

LO/inspection safety

Tools

Drills

Drill press

Pneumatic riveter

Micrometers

Calipers

Tape measures

Job description

JOB TITLE: Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

LOCATION: Tyndall AFB, FL PAY RATE: $35.69/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract (4 months with potential for extension) Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance required to start. Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna) Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S. Shift: 5/40-1st Shift

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance? Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role? Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

Reads and interprets aircraft engineering drawings, technical manuals, structure repair manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes. Identifies aircraft locations by station, butt‑line, and waterline as shown on engineering documentation and technical orders. Works with precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and standard scales. Utilizes tools including drills, angle motors, shears, drill press, and pneumatic riveter. Fabricates detail parts such as shims, splices, gussets, angles, brackets, doublers, stiffeners, and patches. Bonds aircraft parts, assemblies, and materials on complete and incomplete aircraft where methods and operational sequences are not established. Sets up and operates various types of material testers and mixers for bonding operations. Performs assembly operations including trimming, filing, drilling, riveting, reforming, and fitting of parts and details. Removes burrs and other surface imperfections as required and fabricates shims, brackets, and plates. Records data and procedural information for future use and improvises shop aids to facilitate fabrication, application, or assembly operations.

Requirements:

• Active Secret Security Clearance required to start.


• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).


• Ability to read and interpret aircraft engineering drawings, technical manuals, and structure repair manuals.


• Experience fabricating detail parts including shims, splices, gussets, angles, brackets, doublers, stiffeners, and patches.


• Experience with precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and standard scales.


• Experience using drills, angle motors, shears, drill press, and pneumatic riveter.


• Experience bonding aircraft parts, assemblies, and materials.


• Experience with assembly operations including trimming, filing, drilling, riveting, reforming, and fitting.


• Experience setting up and operating material testers and mixers.


• Ability to utilize full face respirator, Tyvek suits, and gloves for LO restore and modification work.


• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner maintaining a clean, FOD‑free work area.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract‑to‑hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles. As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords:

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense