Airframe Structures Technician -- Avionics Retrofit Fabricator

Job Description

Job Description

Shape the future of upgraded aircraft at AeroMech

Join our teams in Smyrna, TN and Sanford, FL to build and integrate structural and avionics-related assemblies that power aircraft modification and production programs. In this hands-on role, you will transform engineering drawings into precision-built components—fitting, drilling, countersinking, and riveting with care and consistency in a fast-paced aviation environment.

A day in the life

You begin by reviewing work orders, blueprints, and operation sheets. With jigs and fixtures set, you align parts, determine rivet sizes and hole patterns, then bring assemblies together with pneumatic drills, rivet guns, countersinks, files, and reamers. You verify quality, perform any necessary rework, and leave your area organized and compliant with safety standards—ready for the next upgrade or installation task.

What you will handle

• Fabricate and assemble aircraft structural components and avionics-related parts from engineering drawings and blueprints
• Execute fitting, drilling, countersinking, and riveting to required specifications and tolerances
• Operate pneumatic drills, rivet guns, countersinks, files, reamers, and related hand tools
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, sketches, and operation sheets
• Determine correct rivet sizes, hole patterns, and assembly sequences
• Align and assemble using jigs, fixtures, clamps, pins, and fasteners
• Inspect work to confirm conformity and meet quality standards; perform rework and corrective actions as needed
• Maintain clean, organized work areas in accordance with company safety standards
• Support additional fabrication and installation activities as assigned

What you bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in aircraft, avionics, manufacturing, or assembly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Comfort working to close tolerances and detailed fabrication requirements
• Familiarity with hand tools and shop equipment; basic computer skills
• Solid shop math skills, including fractions and decimals
• Strong attention to detail, quality mindset, and ability to follow written instructions and procedures
• Self-starter who collaborates well in a team environment
• Experience with composite materials and resins is a plus

Physical demands

• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Stand for extended periods
• Climb ladders, stands, and stairs
• Work in small or confined spaces as required
• Perform repetitive fabrication and assembly tasks
• Work any shift as operationally required

Travel and employment details

• Travel up to 25% may be required
• Full-time position
• Wages negotiable based on experience

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package; additional details will be provided during the interview process.