Heavy Structures Mechanic

GAL AeroStaff; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is seeking a Heavy Structures Mechanic for our Atlanta, GA MRO operation. The role performs structural repairs, modifications, and installations on aircraft during heavy maintenance checks, with emphasis on sheet metal, C-checks, and FAA compliance.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent, experience with B717/A321, and C-checks/heavy maintenance experience; US work authorization is required and A&P license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• B717 and/or A321 aircraft experience required.
• Experience performing C-checks or heavy maintenance required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• A&P License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural sheet metal repairs on aircraft during heavy maintenance checks
• Remove, repair, and replace aircraft structural components such as skins, panels, and supports
• Fabricate and install sheet metal parts including brackets, doublers, and reinforcements
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, SRMs, blueprints, and engineering drawings
• Perform drilling, riveting, cutting, and fitting of sheet metal components
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with FAA regulations and company standards
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and airworthiness
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Communicate effectively with team members and leadership

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Dependability

Initiative

Teamwork

Work Quality

Safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.
In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully devised. These benefits include time-off benefits, such as vacations and holidays, and insurance and other plan benefits. We are constantly studying and evaluating our benefits and policies to better meet present and future requirements.

Position – Heavy Structures Mechanic (Aircraft Maintenance / MRO)

Location: Atlanta. Georgia
Environment: MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul)

The Sheet Metal Technician performs structural repairs, modifications, and installations on aircraft during heavy maintenance checks. This role requires experience with C-checks, structural repair, and sheet metal fabrication in an MRO environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform structural sheet metal repairs on aircraft during heavy maintenance checks
• Remove, repair, and replace aircraft structural components such as skins, panels, and supports
• Fabricate and install sheet metal parts including brackets, doublers, and reinforcements
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, SRMs, blueprints, and engineering drawings
• Perform drilling, riveting, cutting, and fitting of sheet metal components
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with FAA regulations and company standards
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and airworthiness
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Communicate effectively with team members and leadership
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Adaptability – Adapts to changing work environments and maintenance schedules
• Communication – Communicates clearly and effectively with team members
• Dependability – Maintains reliability and follows direction consistently
• Initiative – Takes ownership of tasks and works efficiently
• Teamwork – Works collaboratively in a maintenance environment
• Work Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail
• Safety – Follows safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

High School diploma or equivalent required.

• B717 and/or A321 aircraft experience required
• Experience performing C-checks or heavy maintenance required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• A&P License preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of aircraft structural repair and sheet metal practices
• Experience working in an MRO or heavy maintenance environment
• Ability to read and interpret SRMs, engineering drawings, and manuals
• Experience with drilling, riveting, and structural repairs
• Ability to fabricate and install sheet metal components
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced maintenance environment
• Ability to lift, stand, and work in various physical positions throughout the shift

Pay: $50.00/hr and $75.00 on the overtime.