Aviation Sheet Metal Technician – On‑Site with Growth & Impact

West Star Aviation Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Sheet Metal Technician. The role focuses on turbine aircraft structures, reading blueprints, and working from drawings to fabricate and repair sheet metal components on airframes.

You will be expected to perform drilling, riveting, cutting, sealing, and finish work, while adhering to FAA guidelines and maintaining tools and workspaces. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an Airframe and Powerplant license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Airframe and Powerplant license preferred.
• Prior sheet metal experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic sheet metal operations such as drilling, riveting, cutting on airframe components.
• Application and removal of sealant, sound deadening and finish materials.
• Maintenance, cleaning and repair of shop facilities, equipment and tooling when required.
• Follow FAA guidelines and safety rules during performance of duties.

Skills

Sheet metal

Blueprint reading

Reading drawings

Fastening systems

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License preferred

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Sheet Metal Technician. The role focuses on turbine aircraft structures, reading blueprints, and working from drawings to fabricate and repair sheet metal components on airframes.

You will be expected to perform drilling, riveting, cutting, sealing, and finish work, while adhering to FAA guidelines and maintaining tools and workspaces. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an Airframe and Powerplant license is preferred.