Aircraft Sheet Metal/Structural Mechanic - Government Maint

Strategic-Support-Solutions; Conestee (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

Two weeks vacation after one year

Paid holidays

Employer-paid life insurance

Tele-medicine

Discount programs for travel and ent./

Weekly pay

Job summary

Strategic Support Solutions in Greenville, SC, is seeking six high-precision Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanics to support government maintenance operations. The role focuses on thin-gauge aluminum work and airframes, performing mechanical stripping, corrosion mitigation, and structural modifications while maintaining tight tolerances.

You will read blueprints and SOPs, maintain detailed records, and undergo a practical sheet metal test.

Qualifications

• 3 years of continuous and recent experience in aircraft sheet metal, with emphasis on thin metal and general aviation airframes.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license is preferred, but not required for highly experienced specialists.
• Candidates must pass a practical sheet metal test upon employment.
• Must be able to pass FBI criminal history records check for unescorted access to security zones.

Responsibilities

• Precision Fabrication: Modify and repair thin-skin aircraft panels and primary structures.
• Corrosion Mitigation: Identify, strip, and treat corrosion on metal and composite surfaces.
• Structural Evaluation: Assess structural damage and determine repair paths per manuals.
• Assembly & Integration: Remove and install panels, skins, and airframe components for coating and final assembly.
• Technical Compliance: Read and follow blueprints, engineering drawings, and SOPs.
• Reporting: Maintain records, work orders, and parts requests per FAA/government standards.

Skills

Precision work

Fine-motor dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

FAA A&P license preferred

Tools

Pneumatic drill motors

Rivet guns

Punches

Hand sanders

High-speed grinders

Calipers

Protractors

Height/depth gauges

Dial indicators

Tool control

Job description

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Aircraft Sheet Metal/Structural Mechanic - Government Maint

Full Time Greenville, SC, US

17 days ago Requisition ID: 1321

Salary Range: $27.00 To $32.00 Hourly

Strategic Support Solutions is seeking six high-precision Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanics to support government maintenance operations. This role is specifically designed for technicians who excel in the "fine-motor" world of thin-gauge aluminum and general aviation airframes. You will be responsible for the mechanical stripping, corrosion mitigation, and structural modification of panels and surfaces where maintaining tight tolerances and aerodynamic profiles is critical.

Key Responsibilities

• Precision Fabrication: Perform modifications and structural repairs on thin-skin aircraft panels and primary structural components.
• Corrosion Mitigation: Expertly identify, strip, and treat corrosion; prepare both metal and composite surfaces using state-of-the-art materials and methods.
• Structural Evaluation: Inspect and evaluate structural damage to determine repair paths in accordance with manufacturer manuals and engineering data.
• Assembly & Integration: Remove and install panels, skins, and airframe components in preparation for surface coating and final assembly.
• Technical Compliance: Read and strictly follow blueprints, engineering drawings, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Reporting: Maintain meticulous records, including log entries, work orders, and parts requests to meet FAA and government oversight standards.

Required Skills & Equipment

• Tool Proficiency: Expert use of pneumatic drill motors, rivet guns, punches, hand sanders, and high-speed grinders.
• Metrology: Skilled in using protractors, calipers, height/depth gauges, and dial indicators for precision fitment.
• Tool Control: Must possess a personal tool kit. Note: All tools must be properly shadowed and etched in accordance with the facility’s tool control policy.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3 years of continuous and recent experience in aircraft sheet metal, with a specific emphasis on thin metal and general aviation airframes.
• Certifications: FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license is preferred, but not required for highly experienced specialists.
• Assessment: Candidates must pass a practical sheet metal test (evaluating drilling, riveting, and layout skills) upon employment.
• Clearance: Must be able to pass an FBI criminal history records check and verify employment for unescorted access to Security Identification Display Areas (SIDA).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, squat, and work with arms overhead for extended periods.
• Ability to pull, push, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced government maintenance environment while maintaining a professional attitude under tight timelines.
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Two Weeks Vacation After One Year of Service
• Paid Holidays
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer-paid access to Tele-medicine
• Discount Programs for hotels, travel, and entertainment
• Weekly Pay

Equal Opportunity Employer

Strategic Support Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.