Lead Sheet Metal Tech - Aviation Fabrication & Riveting

Textron; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401K match

Education assistance

Flight training bonus

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Orlando, FL is seeking a Lead Sheet Metal Technician to fabricate, assemble and repair precision sheet metal components for general aviation aircraft. You’ll work hands-on with cutting, forming, drilling, riveting and finishing to ensure flight readiness.

You must have a high school diploma, at least 2 years of diversified aviation sheet metal experience, familiarity with FAA standards, corrosion control and surface prep.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or bronze level WorkKeys certification is required.
• A minimum 2 years of diversified aviation sheet metal experience is required.
• Working knowledge of aircraft structural repair manuals and FAA standards is expected.
• Ability to identify corrosion types and perform approved corrosion removal procedures.
• Experience applying and removing protective coatings and working with aircraft rivets and fasteners.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and verbal instructions to plan scope and materials.
• Lay out, bend, and form sheet metal parts to exact fit and function.
• Drill, deburr, countersink, and dimpling for high-quality fastener installation.
• Install solid and blind rivets using rivet guns and specialty tools.
• Remove rivets and components for modifications or repairs as needed.
• Work to airworthiness, safety, and reliability standards.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Sheet metal fabrication

Precision drilling & dimpling

Riveting & fastening

Quality & safety standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

FAA AC 43.13-1B

Job description

Textron Aviation in Orlando, FL is seeking a Lead Sheet Metal Technician to fabricate, assemble and repair precision sheet metal components for general aviation aircraft. You’ll work hands-on with cutting, forming, drilling, riveting and finishing to ensure flight readiness.

You must have a high school diploma, at least 2 years of diversified aviation sheet metal experience, familiarity with FAA standards, corrosion control and surface prep.