Aviation Structures/Sheetmetal Modification Technician IV

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 48,078 - 66,111; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with a 150% match

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a senior-level Aviation Structures/Sheetmetal Modification Technician for our Hagerstown, MD team. This position involves performing heavy structures repair and modifications on various aircraft and ensuring compliance with FAA and OSHA regulations.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to interpret technical documents. The starting salary range is $34.90 to $47.99 per hour, with benefits including medical, dental, a 401(k) plan, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience, higher education may substitute.
• Ability to read technical diagrams, blueprints, and manuals.
• Must possess own tools in working order.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy structures repair and modifications.
• Maintain airframes and complete structural damage assessments.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure quality task completion.

Skills

Technical schematics interpretation

Structure assembly

Repair and refinishing techniques

Fasteners installation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Aviation

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

Job Summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a senior‑level Aviation Structures/Sheetmetal Modification Technician for our Hagerstown, MD team. The role involves performing heavy structures repair and modifications on various aircraft, maintaining airframes, completing structural damage assessments, and ensuring compliance with FAA and OSHA regulations. Candidates must work independently, support leadership with technical expertise, and manage complex daily work procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform heavy structures repair and modifications on various aircraft.
• Maintain airframes and complete structural damage assessments to facilitate repairs for a diverse fleet of military and civilian aircraft, including but not limited to KingAir, Challenger 650, and Global 6500.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Control and Field Technicians to ensure timely fixes and preventive maintenance.
• Coordinate with other maintenance departments to resolve chronic aircraft issues.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company standards during inspection, maintenance, and modification tasks.
• Read and interpret system diagrams, engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and quality completion of tasks.
• Follow all safety regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain strong attention to detail and adherence to safety regulations.
• Coach and mentor other technicians.

Core Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent with typically 10 or more years of relevant experience. Higher level degree may substitute for experience.
• Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications; ability to complete installations per technical drawings while maintaining edge distance and pitch.
• Advanced experience with structure assembly, minor part fitting techniques, and repair and refinishing such as airframe corrosion removal.
• Ability to install various fasteners such as rivets and hi‑locks.
• Must have own tools in good working order.
• Candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Aviation.
• Proven experience as an Aviation Structures/Sheetmetal Technician.
• Military or OJT Aviation structures/sheetmetal training.
• FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant License.
• Fastener Manufacturers/Metal Processing formal training such as coldworking, taper‑lok, roto‑peening, etc.
• Aircraft Manufacturers formal familiarization (GEN FAM) training.
• Continuous improvement belts or certifications.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, U.S. Department of Defense, NASA or U.S. Military.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required.

Salary & Benefits

Estimated starting salary range: $34.90 – $47.99 per hour. Compensation varies based on relevant skills, experience, and education. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans; a 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%; life insurance; 3 weeks paid time off; tuition reimbursement; and more.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required. Non‑U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employment

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.