Senior Sheet Metal Technician - Aviation

West Star Aviation Inc.; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. in Addison, TX is seeking a Sheet Metal Technician III to perform fabricating, drilling, riveting and sealant work on airframe components. This role requires attention to detail and adherence to FAA guidelines, with potential supervision duties for crew coordination.

The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and quality, with benefits including medical, dental, 401(k) match, and weekly pay. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and an A&P license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, and Airframe and Powerplant License is preferred.
• A valid 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Team player

Self-motivated

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License preferred

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. in Addison, TX is seeking a Sheet Metal Technician III to perform fabricating, drilling, riveting and sealant work on airframe components. This role requires attention to detail and adherence to FAA guidelines, with potential supervision duties for crew coordination.

The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and quality, with benefits including medical, dental, 401(k) match, and weekly pay. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and an A&P license is preferred.