Sheet Metal Technician (Various Shifts) - San Antonio, TX

Textron; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Education assistance

Flight training bonus

Fertility and adoption assistance

Childcare discounts

Job summary

Textron Aviation in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Sheet Metal Technician to fabricate, repair, and install aircraft structures. You will read blueprints and work from technical specs to ensure quality and safety for our general aviation aircraft.

Role requires 3+ years in aviation sheet metal, ability to interpret drawings, and FAA AC-43.13-1B knowledge. Eligible for a $4,000 sign-on bonus. Base pay varies within the Textron total rewards package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of diversified aviation sheet metal experience.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft blueprints, drawings and structural repair manuals.
• Knowledge of FAA AC-43.13-1B and aircraft structural repair practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an airport security badge, if required.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, repair, install sheet metal components and aircraft structures per procedures and drawings.
• Interpret blueprints, determine requirements, materials and repair methods.
• Lay out, bend, form, and shape sheet metal parts to precise specs.
• Drill, deburr, countersink, and dimple components for proper fit and safety.
• Remove and install rivets and other fasteners using specialized tools.
• Work according to aviation maintenance standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Aviation sheet metal experience

Blueprint reading

FAA AC-43.13-1B knowledge

Airport security badge eligibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bronze WorkKeys certification

Job description

Sheet Metal Technician (Various Shifts) - San Antonio, TX

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

Shape the aircraft that connect people, power missions and define aviation excellence!

Use your sheet metal expertise to fabricate, repair, and restore world-class aircraft in a fast-paced aviation environment. Join a team where craftsmanship, precision, and attention to detail directly contribute to aircraft quality, safety, and customer success.

What you’ll be doing:

In this role, you can expect to use your sheet metal expertise to fabricate, repair, and install aircraft structures that help keep our customers flying safely. You'll work from blueprints and technical specifications while applying advanced craftsmanship on industry-leading general aviation aircraft. Join a team where your skills make a direct impact on quality, safety, and aircraft performance.

Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

• Aircraft Fabrication & Repair: Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal components and aircraft structures using approved procedures, drawings, and technical specifications
• Blueprint Interpretation: Determine project requirements, assembly sequences, materials, and repair methods by interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions
• Metal Forming & Modification: Lay out, alter, bend, form, and shape sheet metal parts to precise specifications while supporting structural repairs and modifications
• Precision Drilling & Preparation: Drill, debur, countersink, and dimple components to ensure proper fit, alignment, and structural integrity
• Rivet & Fastener Installation: Remove and install solid rivets, blind rivets, and other aircraft fasteners using specialized tools and equipment
• Aircraft Quality & Safety Standards: Perform work in accordance with aviation maintenance standards, structural repair requirements, and safety regulations to ensure airworthy aircraft

Qualifications

What you need to be successful:

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification required
• Minimum 3 or more years of diversified aviation sheet metal experience
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft blueprints, drawings and structural repair manuals
• Knowledge of FAA AC-43.13-1B and aircraft structural repair practices
• Ability to obtain and maintain an airport security badge, if required

Why join us?

Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to help you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one.

• 401K company match additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
• Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
• Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
• Fertility and adoption assistance, along with discounted childcare and planning
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At Able by Textron Aviation, base pay is only one of the parts of our Total Rewards package and is determined within a range. This provides you with opportunities to grow and develop within your role, and depends on your experience, qualifications, and location.

Our workforce is made up of individuals throughout the world with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and passions. Our unique perspectives lead us to be a world-class workforce, helping us develop legendary products. Because we recognize that our differences make us stronger, and studies have shown that some may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly, we welcome you to apply to this role if it meets your career goals. You could be our next great fit!

This role is eligible for a $4,000 (pre-tax) sign‑on bonus. Terms & conditions apply. The Company reserves the right to amend or suspend this program at any time.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Texas-San Antonio
Job Function: Manufacturing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 09/08/2026, 7:52:29 AM
Job Number: 344877