Avionics, Sheet Metal Technician - 1481
West Star Aviation Inc.
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Job summary
West Star Aviation is seeking a Sheet Metal Technician in Chattanooga, TN. The role involves working on turbine aircraft structures, reading blueprints, and using drawings to guide drilling, riveting, and cutting on airframe components.
The incumbent will also apply sealants and finishes, assist in organizing manpower, and ensure compliance with FAA guidelines while maintaining tools and facilities in top condition.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; A&P license preferred.
- Basic to advanced knowledge of turbine aircraft structures.
- Ability to read blueprints and work from drawings.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic sheet metal operations (drilling, riveting, cutting) on airframe components.
- Apply and remove sealant, sound deadening, and finishes.
- Maintain and repair shop facilities, equipment, and tooling as needed.
- Use computer tools to access manuals and maintenance data bases.
- Communicate effectively in English; follow safety rules and procedures.
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Education
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Job description
West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry, and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.
When you join our team, we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days, and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.
As Sheet Metal Technician, each day will bring new experiences and opportunities for growth. You will need to have a basic to advancedknowledge of turbine aircraft structures, reading blueprints, working from drawings, fastening systems, procedures and techniques. You many also be required to help supervise crews and assist in organizing manpower and setting priorities for involved projects.
- Perform basic sheet metal operations such as drilling, riveting, cutting on airframe and associated components.
- Application and removal of sealant, sound deadening and finish materials.
- Maintenance, cleaning and repair of shop facilities, equipment and tooling when required.
- Basic computer skills to be able to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance data bases.
- Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English.
- Any other job-related duties assigned by supervisor or management.
A High school diploma or equivalent, and Airframe and Powerplant License is preferred.
Avalid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.
Prior experience working with sheet metal is preferred.
We’re looking for team players who are self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.
Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
Must have reliable transportation to get to work each day.
Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
Maintain customer-oriented work habits.
Lifts 50 lbs.
Routine walking, bending and squatting, or sitting.
Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
Climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas.
Standing for long periods of time.
Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
Work with others in a professional manner.
Work under supervision of assigned Team Leader.
May be directed to supervise other technicians in some capacity.
Work is performed in a hangar environment subject to extreme temperature variations from very cold to very hot.
Work outside during aircraft runs will occur.
Varied positions in and around the aircraft.
Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic.
Pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical equipment.
Jacks, stands, lifts, and other support devices.
Tugs, power carts, and other engine-powered equipment.
With over 78 years of industry experience, West Star Aviation stands as a leading independent Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) provider. Employing over 3,000 professionals, we offer comprehensive services from our strategically located full-service facilities in East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; Chattanooga, TN; Millville, NJ; Perryville, Missouri; and Statesville, NC as well as satellite locations in Denver, Houston, Minneapolis and Chicago. Our extensive capabilities encompass maintenance, paint, interior, and avionics services, supported by the largest Aircraft On Ground (AOG) network in the country, ensuring prompt and reliable mobile repair services nationwide.
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