Aircraft Sheet Metal Tech - Grow with Day-One Benefits

West Star Aviation; Cahokia (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

Weekly pay

Shift differential

Career advancement

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking a Sheet Metal Technician in Cahokia Heights, IL. The role involves fabricating and finishing sheet metal components for turbine aircraft, reading blueprints, and following detailed procedures in a busy MRO hangar.

You will work under supervision, perform drilling, riveting, sealing, and inspection tasks, and ensure compliance with FAA guidelines while maintaining safety and productivity in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• What you’ll need to bring with you:
• A High school diploma or equivalent, and Airframe and Powerplant License is preferred.
• A valid driver's license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic sheet metal operations such as drilling, riveting, cutting on airframe and associated components.
• Application and removal of sealant, sound deadening and finish materials.
• Maintenance, cleaning and repair of shop facilities, equipment and tooling when required.
• Basic computer skills to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance databases.
• Effectively and clearly communicate in English.
• Any other job-related duties assigned by supervisor or management.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Reading blueprints

Turbine aircraft structures

Fastening systems

English communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License preferred

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Hydraulic tools

Electrical tools

Job description

West Star Aviation is seeking a Sheet Metal Technician in Cahokia Heights, IL. The role involves fabricating and finishing sheet metal components for turbine aircraft, reading blueprints, and following detailed procedures in a busy MRO hangar.

You will work under supervision, perform drilling, riveting, sealing, and inspection tasks, and ensure compliance with FAA guidelines while maintaining safety and productivity in a dynamic team environment.