Weekend Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician

West Star Aviation Inc.; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits starting at hire

Dental benefits starting at hire

401K match

Paid time off accruals

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking a Weekend Composite Technician to join our on-site team in Cedar Hill, TX. The role focuses on sheet metal operations, reading blueprints, and fabrication tasks essential to airframe components.

You will work under supervision with opportunities for growth and exposure to FAA-compliant processes. The ideal candidate possesses knowledge of sheet metal processes, basic computer skills, and the ability to communicate clearly in English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; A&P license welcomed but not required.
• Experience: Journeyman 0–5 years; Master 5+ years as sheet metal technician.
• Basic knowledge of aircraft structures and fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic sheet metal operations such as drilling, riveting, cutting on airframe components.
• Apply and remove sealant, sound deadening and finish materials.
• Maintain, clean and repair shop facilities, equipment and tooling as needed.
• Safely operate shop equipment such as brakes, presses, riveting equipment, shears, and hand tools.
• Possess basic computer skills to navigate electronic training and maintenance data bases.
• Communicate effectively in English; follow FAA guidelines and company safety rules.

Skills

Sheet metal knowledge

Reading blueprints

Fabrication processes

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

A&P license welcomed

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic equipment

Hydraulic equipment

Electrical equipment

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking a Weekend Composite Technician to join our on-site team in Cedar Hill, TX. The role focuses on sheet metal operations, reading blueprints, and fabrication tasks essential to airframe components.

You will work under supervision with opportunities for growth and exposure to FAA-compliant processes. The ideal candidate possesses knowledge of sheet metal processes, basic computer skills, and the ability to communicate clearly in English.