Aircraft Sheet Metal/Structural Mechanic

Strategic Support Solutions; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Employer-paid life insurance

Employer-paid medical insurance

Employer-paid tele-medicine access

Non-taxable per diem

Exclusive discount programs

Job summary

Strategic Support Solutions is seeking a skilled Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic to join our team in Greenville, SC. You will support a premier aerospace/defense client, performing repairs, modifications, and corrosion control on thin-skinned aircraft.

This role requires precise use of industry-standard tools and a commitment to safety and quality. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of sheet metal experience on general aviation aircraft, proficiency with rivet guns, drills, sanders, grinders, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of recent and continuous experience as a sheet metal mechanic on general aviation aircraft with thin skins.
• Proficiency with common sheet metal tools including rivet guns, pneumatic drills, sanders, grinders, and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and manufacturing specifications to ensure work is performed to standard.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrosion repair, mitigation, and structural modifications on aircraft panels and components.
• Inspect and evaluate structural damage to aircraft sheet metal systems.
• Mechanically strip paint materials and prepare composite surfaces using state-of-the-art materials and methods.
• Remove and reinstall aircraft panels, skins, and other components for maintenance and coating applications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, technical data, and manufacturing specifications to ensure all work is performed to standard.
• Complete all required paperwork, including work orders, log entries, and parts requests, utilizing manufacturers' manuals.

Skills

Sheet metal experience

Aircraft tools

Blueprint reading

Independent work

Tools

Rivet guns

Pneumatic drills

Sanders

Grinders

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Job Summary

Strategic Support Solutions is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic to join our team. You will be assigned to support a premier client in the aerospace and defense industry, performing structural repairs, modifications, and corrosion control on a variety of aircraft. The ideal candidate will be an expert in working with thin-skinned aircraft, adept at reading technical drawings, and committed to the highest standards of safety and quality. This role requires a high degree of proficiency with industry-standard tools and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform corrosion repair, mitigation, and structural modifications on aircraft panels and components.
• Inspect and evaluate structural damage to aircraft sheet metal systems.
• Mechanically strip paint materials and prepare composite surfaces using state-of-the-art materials and methods.
• Remove and reinstall aircraft panels, skins, and other components in preparation for maintenance and coating applications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, technical data, and manufacturing specifications to ensure all work is performed to standard.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork, including work orders, log entries, and parts requests, utilizing manufacturers' manuals.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience & Skills

• A minimum of three (3) years of recent and continuous experience as a sheet metal mechanic, specifically working on general aviation aircraft with thin skins.
• Proficiency with common sheet metal tools, including rivet guns, pneumatic drills, sanders, grinders, and precision measuring instruments.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to handle stressful situations.

Tools & Equipment

• Candidates must possess their own complete set of tools required for the job.
• All tools must be shadowed and etched in compliance with the site's tool control policy before starting.

Certifications & Checks

• An FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license is preferred but not required.
• A practical skills test will be administered as part of the hiring process.
• Must be able to pass employment verification and an FBI criminal history records check for unescorted access to Security Identification Display Areas (SIDA).

Physical Demands

• Must be physically able to perform all duties of an aircraft mechanic.
• Ability to stand, squat, sit, walk, and work with arms overhead for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.

Why Join Strategic Support Solutions?

• Extremely Competitive Salary
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Weekly Pay Schedule
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Contribution to Medical Insurance
• Employer-Paid Tele-medicine Access
• Non-taxable Per Diem (for qualifying employees)
• Exclusive Discount Programs for travel, entertainment, and more