Aviation Sheet Metal Mechanic / Structures Mechanic Job Description
We are currently looking for a dedicated Aircraft Mechanic with specialized experience in aircraft sheet metal work to join our Aircraft Restoration team. This role primarily involves metal forming, spot welding, as well as general aircraft tear-down and rebuild tasks. A key part of the job will be restoring WWII Warbird airframe components, repairing and fabricating new parts from original parts, blueprints, and engineering drawings. The ideal candidate will be adept at performing true hands-on assembly and fabrication work, utilizing multiple techniques for forming parts out of 2024 aluminum alloy. An in-depth understanding of the annealing process and proficiency with metal bending equipment beyond a brake and a press are essential. Candidates should possess journeyman level knowledge of riveting and be skilled in proper disassembly techniques.
Hard Skills
- Aviation Sheet Metal Mechanics
- Aircraft Restoration
- Metal Forming
- Spot Welding
- Blueprint Reading
- Engineering Drawing Interpretation
- Annealing Process
- Metal Bending Equipment
- Riveting
- Disassembly
Soft Skills- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Hands-on Technical Skills
Work SiteThis is a fully on-site position in Cameron Park, California.
Work Environment
The selected candidate will be joining a smaller, close-knit team comprised of 8 employees and 6 fabricators. Our facility is dedicated to the meticulous art of aircraft restoration, specializing in revitalizing the legendary World War II Corsair Aircraft to airworthy status.
About Aerotek:
We know that a companys success starts with its employees. We also know that an individuals success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aeroteks people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aeroteks 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.
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.
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