Aviation Sheet Metal Technician – Day One Benefits

West Star Aviation Inc.; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) Match

Weekly pay

HSA/Health Savings Account

Job summary

West Star Aviation, East Alton, IL, is seeking a Sheet Metal Technician to support turbine aircraft structures, read blueprints, and work from drawings in a hangar environment. The role involves drilling, riveting, cutting, and applying sealant, with opportunities to supervise crews and organize manpower on projects.

You will maintain tools, navigate maintenance databases, and comply with FAA guidelines while communicating in English.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of turbine aircraft structures.
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Experience with fastening systems and procedures.
• Able to supervise crews and organize manpower.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Sheet metal work

Blueprint reading

Reading drawings

Fastening systems

Quality procedures

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma & A&P license

Tools

Maintenance databases

Electronic manuals

Job description

West Star Aviation, East Alton, IL, is seeking a Sheet Metal Technician to support turbine aircraft structures, read blueprints, and work from drawings in a hangar environment. The role involves drilling, riveting, cutting, and applying sealant, with opportunities to supervise crews and organize manpower on projects.

You will maintain tools, navigate maintenance databases, and comply with FAA guidelines while communicating in English.