Sheetmetal Mechanic

Tyonek Native - San Diego, CA

- Mid Level

San Diego, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

This job is at a Depot Level repair facility maintenance on types of aircraft, which include, but not limited to F/A-1EF, V-22 and F-35. Military aviation platform experience is a plus. This position will require a government issued clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of aircraft sheet metal duties including disassemble, modify, repair, and reassemble complex aircraft metal items and systems.
• Analyze and evaluate structural damage to metal systems and items; develop patterns using a combination of parallel and radial line development.
• Fabricate, install, and repair a variety of items and systems made from a wide variety of metals.
• Replace sections and patch old systems; cut, bend, shape, and form metals for items with irregular angles, planes, and curves.
• Use a variety of assembly joints, complex fastening systems, riveted or welded joints, drill or punch holes; assemble or repair items by seaming, bolting, screwing, riveting, tacking.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, protractors, and gauges.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years Sheetmetal Mechanic (Aircraft Mechanic II) experience
• A&P license not required but a plus
• Prefer experience from military fixed wing community or civilian heavy structure background
• Experience in heavy structure U.S. Military or related FAA or civil aviation
• Must be able to obtain and/or maintain a secret clearance