Airframe Sheet Metal Mechanic

StandardAero; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a premier business aviation MRO facility as a Sheet Metal Worker, where you'll utilize your expertise in sheet metal fabrication to perform critical repairs and modifications on mid-sized corporate jets. This role involves interpreting blueprints, using precision measuring tools, and ensuring compliance with OEM specifications. An established industry player offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career development and cross-training. If you're passionate about aviation and skilled in structural repairs, this is your chance to contribute to keeping aircraft flying safely and efficiently.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid Time Off from day one

Quarterly Bonus opportunities

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sheet metal fabrication for aircraft.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and modifications to aircraft using sheet metal techniques.
• Document all work accurately and inspect components for serviceability.

Skills

Sheet Metal Fabrication

Blueprint Interpretation

Structural Repair Techniques

Precision Measurement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Protractors

Job description

StandardAero Houston is a premier business aviation MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) facility specializing in the service of mid-sized corporate jets. We support an extensive range of aircraft models, including renowned brands such as Falcon, Hawker, Challenger, Learjet, Gulfstream, and Embraer. In addition to comprehensive airframe services, the facility features a state-of-the-art engine shop and test cell, ensuring top-tier maintenance and performance for both engines and airframes. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, StandardAero Houston is dedicated to keeping business aviation flying safely and efficiently.

This Sheet Metal Worker (Airframe Structures Technician) willperform internal and external sheet metal repairs, modifications, and installations to all aircraft serviced at the facility. They will research and develop repair schemes using blueprints, engineering orders, service bulletins, and other technical publications. This individual will fabricate various sheet metal parts in their entirety by interpreting blueprints, calculating angles, diameters, and bend allowances, and then cutting, shaping and forming the part. The right candidate will have extensive experience with sheet metal fabrication to include building I-beams, doublers, stringers, and avionics trays.

What to expect in this role:

• Perform structural aircraft repairs using appropriate sheet metal techniques and fasteners.
• Remove, replace, and relocate headers, stringers, doors, beams, and bulkheads while building up surfaces and structures to specifications.
• Install Service Bulletin kits using parts and instructions provided by OEM.
• Plan and develop schemes for sheet metal repairs and modifications by utilizing blueprints, sketches, service bulletins, OEM specifications, engineering orders, and other technical publications.
• Use precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, and protractors, to accomplish repairs or modifications.
• Inspect aircraft in accordance with OEM Light or Heavy Maintenance manuals and evaluate removed components for serviceability, documenting discrepancies.
• Document all work accomplished in a clear, concise, and accurate manner.
• Accomplish Service Bulletins, Repair Letters, and Airworthiness Directives as required.
• Analyze various mechanical problems to determine causes and the best methods of repair.

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of three (3) years sheet metal fabrication experience required.
• Prior experience working in the capacity of an aircraft sheet metal fabricator or structural mechanic.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and stand for 8 hours per day.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A valid FAA Airframe License (ideally A&P)
• Corporate Aviation experience strongly desired.

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance
• 401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested.
• Paid Time Off accrues on day one!
• Quarterly Bonus opportunities
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Career development and cross-training opportunities