Lead Aircraft Structural/Sheet Metal Technician

Tyonek Native Corp; Kiln (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyonek Native Corp in Kiln, MS seeks an experienced aircraft mechanic with a strong background in structural and sheet metal repair, composite work, and routine inspections. You will troubleshoot discrepancies, document work, and support ground operations while guiding junior technicians.

Requires a minimum seven years in aircraft maintenance, with preferred FAA A&P certification and Navy experience. Travel up to 20% may be required. Must maintain safety and quality standards across tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with documented aircraft maintenance training.
• Minimum seven (7) years of aircraft maintenance experience including structural/sheet metal repair and inspections.
• Preferred FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate; Navy experience or CDI/CDQAR qualifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, inspections, repairs and service.
• Inspect structures, sheet metal, composites for defects and coordinate further evaluation as needed.
• Repair/fabricate/install sheet metal parts; conduct close-tolerance drilling and fastening.
• Perform corrosion control, preservation, and de-preservation per technical guidance.
• Guide junior technicians and assist leads; travel up to 20%.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Sheet metal

Composite repairs

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Inspecting/inspecting procedures

Education

High school diploma

FAA A&P preferred

Tools

Calibrated measuring tools

Job description

Tyonek Native Corp in Kiln, MS seeks an experienced aircraft mechanic with a strong background in structural and sheet metal repair, composite work, and routine inspections. You will troubleshoot discrepancies, document work, and support ground operations while guiding junior technicians.

Requires a minimum seven years in aircraft maintenance, with preferred FAA A&P certification and Navy experience. Travel up to 20% may be required. Must maintain safety and quality standards across tasks.