Precision Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician

Air National Guard Units; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Air National Guard Units in Saint Paul, MN seeks a Sheet Metal Mechanic (Aircraft) to inspect, repair and fabricate aircraft structures and skin panels. Tasks include removal, fitting, drilling, riveting, and sealing to ensure airframe integrity and weather resistance.

The role requires reading blueprints and technical orders, performing corrosion control, and applying protective coatings. Salary ranges and security clearance are stated in the posting.

Qualifications

• Position requires ability to inspect and repair aircraft structures.
• Experience with sheet metal work on aircraft is preferred.
• Must be able to read blueprints and technical orders.

Responsibilities

• Independently inspect aircraft and determine repair scope using orders as guides.
• Remove, repair, modify, and install aircraft parts and assemblies.
• Fabricate patches and align components to restore strength.
• Repair cracks in aircraft skin and seal structures for weather tightness.
• Identify corrosion and apply protective coatings and treatments.

Skills

Inspection on aircraft components

Repairs and fabrication

Use of riveters and drilling tools

Troubleshooting structural repairs

Tools

Pneumatic riveters

Dimpling machines

Hand/powered drills

Measuring instruments

Job description

Air National Guard Units in Saint Paul, MN seeks a Sheet Metal Mechanic (Aircraft) to inspect, repair and fabricate aircraft structures and skin panels. Tasks include removal, fitting, drilling, riveting, and sealing to ensure airframe integrity and weather resistance.

The role requires reading blueprints and technical orders, performing corrosion control, and applying protective coatings. Salary ranges and security clearance are stated in the posting.