Sheet Metal Tech II

Position Summary The Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician is responsible for following instructions given by the Production Manager to execute all sheet metal builds successfully. The goal is to efficiently design and manufacture components and systems that are safe, innovative, and of high quality. The Technician represents the company values and ensures that the expectations of customers are exceeded by performing the following tasks. Responsibilities Read and interpret mechanical drawings. Understand cutaway and detail views. Operate machines such as drill presses, shears, table saw, bandsaw and measuring tools such as scales and calipers. Identify various types of aluminum alloys, tempers and thicknesses. Use hands and power tools to shape and smooth aluminum and steel. Operate equipment to cut parts with straight, angle and miter cuts. Read and understand decimal scale and use of scales, protractors, and calipers. Understand and locate revision levels on drawings, specifications, and materials. Maintain documentation such as work orders and parts tags. Layout cut lines, bend lines and hole locations for hardware installations. Perform proper drilling, countersinking, and installation of rivets and hardware fasteners. Requirements Written and verbal communication skills. Analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Possesses an extensive toolbox and experience with proper use of air drills, rivet guns, routers, cleco pliers, clecos, microstop countersinks, rivet squeezers, pencil grinders. Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Minimum three years related manufacturing and/or installation experience, or Minimum two years related aerospace manufacturing and/or installation experience. Work Environment Requirements Full‑time position. Warehouse and manufacturing environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Knight Aerospace