Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician

GAL AeroStaff; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 41,328 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. in Arizona seeks a Sheet Metal Technician to perform structural repairs and installations on aircraft during heavy maintenance checks. You will work with C-checks, sheet metal fabrication, and follow FAA regulations to ensure airworthiness.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to read engineering drawings and manuals. This on-site role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a fast-paced MRO environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of aircraft sheet metal experience required.
• Experience performing C-checks or heavy maintenance.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural sheet metal repairs on aircraft during heavy maintenance checks.
• Remove, repair, and replace aircraft structural components.
• Fabricate and install sheet metal parts including brackets, doublers, and reinforcements.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, SRMs, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Ensure FAA compliance and airworthiness.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

C-checks experience

Read and interpret drawings

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SRMs

Engineering drawings

Job description

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully devised. These benefits include time-off benefits, such as vacations and holidays, and insurance and other plan benefits. We are constantly studying and evaluating our benefits and policies to better meet present and future requirements.

Position– Sheet Metal Technician (Aircraft Maintenance / MRO)

Location: ArizonaEnvironment: MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul)

The Sheet Metal Technician performs structural repairs, modifications, and installations on aircraft during heavy maintenance checks. This role requires experience with C-checks, structural repair, and sheet metal fabrication in an MRO environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform structural sheet metal repairs on aircraft during heavy maintenance checks
• Remove, repair, and replace aircraft structural components such as skins, panels, and supports
• Fabricate and install sheet metal parts including brackets, doublers, and reinforcements
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, SRMs, blueprints, and engineering drawings
• Perform drilling, riveting, cutting, and fitting of sheet metal components
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with FAA regulations and company standards
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and airworthiness
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Communicate effectively with team members and leadership
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Adaptability– Adapts to changing work environments and maintenance schedules
• Communication– Communicates clearly and effectively with team members
• Dependability– Maintains reliability and follows direction consistently
• Initiative– Takes ownership of tasks and works efficiently
• Teamwork– Works collaboratively in a maintenance environment
• Work Quality– Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail
• Safety– Follows safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum 3+ years of aircraft sheet metal experience required
• Experience performing C-checks or heavy maintenance required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of aircraft structural repair and sheet metal practices
• Experience working in an MRO or heavy maintenance environment
• Ability to read and interpret SRMs, engineering drawings, and manuals
• Experience with drilling, riveting, and structural repairs
• Ability to fabricate and install sheet metal components
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced maintenance environment
• Ability to lift, stand, and work in various physical positions throughout the shift

Compensation

$30.00-$38.00

Job #

3386

Position Contact

Joshua Batres