Sheet Metal Mechanic

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Job Description

Job Title: Sheet Metal Mechanic / Structures Technician

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Job Description

The Sheet Metal Mechanic / Structures Technician maintains, repairs, and inspects aircraft structural components to ensure safe operation in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. This role focuses on complex sheet metal and structural repairs, including corrosion repair, fabrication of parts and doublers from engineering drawings, and support of heavy MRO repairs and modifications on a wide variety of business and corporate aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and inspect aircraft structures to ensure safe and compliant operation under FAA guidelines.
• Repair structural components such as frames, skins, bulkheads, and other primary and secondary structure.
• Perform corrosion removal and structural corrosion repairs in accordance with approved data.
• Fabricate and install doublers, brackets, and other sheet metal parts using engineering drawings and specifications.
• Read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, structural repair manuals (SRM), AC 43.13, FAR 43 Appendix A, and other technical data.
• Work with Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) to develop and execute structural repair solutions.
• Carry out sheet metal repair and fabrication tasks including drilling, riveting, and fitting in support of aircraft modifications and heavy MRO work.
• Perform structural work on a wide variety of business and corporate aircraft, including Gulfstream, Citation, Learjet, Challenger, Hawker, Beechjet, King Air, and similar platforms.
• Use standard mechanic and sheet metal tooling safely and effectively to perform repairs and modifications.
• Troubleshoot structural issues and support overall aircraft maintenance activities as needed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, engineers, and support staff to clarify requirements, report progress, and resolve technical issues.
• Perform additional aircraft maintenance duties as assigned within the scope of qualifications.
• Follow all applicable FAR Parts 145, 135, 91, 43, and 65 requirements and internal procedures during maintenance activities.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Essential Skills

• 4+ years of sheet metal and aircraft structures experience, including heavy MRO repairs and ideally aircraft modifications.
• Hands-on experience with sheet metal fabrication, including cutting, forming, drilling, and riveting.
• Proven ability to fabricate and install doublers, brackets, and other structural details from engineering drawings.
• Aircraft structural repair, including corrosion repair on frames, skins, and bulkheads.
• Thorough ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, SRMs, AC 43.13, FAR 43 Appendix A, and related technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of FAR Parts 145, 135, 91, 43, and 65 as they relate to aircraft maintenance and structural repair.
• Familiarity with structural requirements and repair practices for Part 25 aircraft.
• Ability to work unsupervised while maintaining quality, safety, and productivity standards.
• Effective verbal communication skills to interact with supervisors, engineers, and other support staff.
• Ownership of standard mechanic and sheet metal tooling required to perform daily tasks.
• Physical ability to stand, lie, and kneel in awkward positions and confined spaces.
• Ability to work on scaffolding or ladders and safely perform elevated tasks.
• Capability to lift and pull objects weighing up to 70 pounds.
• Manual dexterity and physical strength to operate tools and perform precise structural adjustments and repairs.
• Visual acuity sufficient to inspect equipment, structures, and components and identify defects.
• Hearing ability sufficient to evaluate sounds related to aircraft systems and structural integrity.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on a wide range of business and corporate aircraft such as Gulfstream, Citation, Learjet, Challenger, Hawker, Beechjet, and King Air.
• Previous experience with corporate aircraft operations and maintenance environments.
• Prior employment at an FAA Part 145 Repair Station or a Part 135 Operator is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with aircraft platforms such as Cessna, Gulfstream, Hawker, Falcon, and other corporate aircraft types.
• Experience with aircraft inspection and troubleshooting in an aviation maintenance setting.
• FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant certificate is preferred but not required for the right candidate.
• Demonstrated experience performing aircraft modifications in addition to standard repairs.
• Strong general aviation and corporate aviation maintenance experience

Why Work Here?

You will join a professional aviation maintenance environment that values technical excellence, safety, and craftsmanship in aircraft structural repair. The role offers exposure to a broad range of business and corporate aircraft, providing continuous opportunities to expand your skills and experience on complex airframes and structural systems. You will work alongside experienced technicians, engineers, and support staff who foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and mutual respect. The schedule provides a consistent first-shift work pattern with opportunities for overtime, supporting both stable income potential and work-life balance. This environment rewards initiative, independent work, and a strong commitment to quality, giving you room to grow your expertise and advance your career in aircraft maintenance and structures.

Work Environment

This position operates in an active aircraft hangar environment on a first-shift schedule, typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some overtime as needed to meet maintenance demands. The hangar does not have air conditioning, so temperatures may vary with the seasons, and candidates should be comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled setting. Work is hands-on and physically demanding, often requiring standing, kneeling, lying in awkward positions, and working in tight spaces inside and around aircraft structures. Tasks may be performed on scaffolding or ladders at various heights. Standard mechanic and sheet metal tools are used daily, along with typical aircraft maintenance equipment found in a heavy MRO and modification environment. The role involves frequent lifting and pulling of parts and equipment up to 70 pounds, as well as close visual inspection and listening for operational cues from aircraft systems. The overall environment is safety-focused, procedure-driven, and centered on delivering high-quality structural repairs and modifications.

This is a Contract position based out of Boca Raton, FL.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Boca Raton,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.