Avionics, Sheet Metal Technician - 1481

About the role

This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-growing maintenance repair organization. The role involves performing basic sheet metal operations, assisting in supervising crews, and maintaining shop facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic sheet metal operations such as drilling, riveting, cutting on airframe and associated components.
• Apply and remove sealant, sound deadening, and finish materials.
• Maintain, clean, and repair shop facilities, equipment, and tooling when required.
• Navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance databases using basic computer skills.
• Communicate effectively (speaking, writing, reading) in English.
• Assist in organizing manpower and setting priorities for involved projects.
• Work under specific deadlines and time constraints in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
• Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer-oriented work habits.

Requirements

• A High school diploma or equivalent.
• An Airframe and Powerplant License is preferred.
• A valid driver's license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.
• Prior experience working with sheet metal is preferred.
• Self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
• Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
• Reliable transportation to get to work each day.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to work each day.
• Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
• Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer-oriented work habits.

Qualifications

• Basic to advanced knowledge of turbine aircraft structures.
• Ability to read blueprints, work from drawings, fastening systems, procedures, and techniques.
• Basic computer skills to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance databases.
• Effective communication skills (speaking, writing, reading) in English.
• Physical requirements: lift up to 50 lbs, routine walking, bending, squatting, sitting, climbing ladders and stairs, standing for long periods, and varied positions in and around the aircraft.

Skills

• Sheet metal operations.
• Blueprint reading and interpretation.
• Fastening systems and techniques.
• Computer navigation and database access.
• Communication skills (verbal and written).
• Supervisory and organizational abilities.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• 401(k) match.
• Time off accruals.
• Weekly pay days.
• And much more.

Locations & Lifestyle

The role is based in Chattanooga, TN, USA. West Star Aviation offers a supportive and respectful workplace culture with a focus on employee growth and well-being.