Aviation Structures/Sheetmetal Modification Technician IV

Key Responsibilities

• Perform heavy structures repair and modifications on various aircraft.
• Maintain airframes and complete structural damage assessments to facilitate repairs for a diverse fleet of military and civilian aircraft, including but not limited to KingAir, Challenger 650, and Global 6500.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Control and Field Technicians to ensure timely fixes and preventive maintenance.
• Coordinate with other maintenance departments to resolve chronic aircraft issues.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company standards during inspection, maintenance, and modification tasks.
• Read and interpret system diagrams, engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and quality completion of tasks.
• Follow all safety regulations and company procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong work ethic.
• Must be able to coach and mentor other technicians.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience
  • A higher level degree may substitute for experience.
  • Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education.
• Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications; ability to complete installations per technical drawings while maintaining edge distance and pitch.
• Advanced experience with structure assembly, minor part fitting techniques and repair and refinishing such as airframe corrosion removal, as applicable.
• Ability to install various fasteners such as rivets and hi-locks.
• Must have own tools in good working order.
• Candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S) in Aviation is a plus.
• Proven experience as an Aviation Structures/Sheetmetal Technician. Military or OJT Aviation structures/sheetmetal training is a plus.
• FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant License is a plus.
• Fastener Manufacturers/Metal Processing Formal training is a plus such as Coldworking, taperloks, roto peening, etc.
• Aircraft Manufacturers formal familiarization (GEN FAM) training is a plus.
• Continuous improvement belts or certifications are a plus.
• Ability to travel.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, NASA, or US Military.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required.

Company Overview

At Sierra Nevada Company, LLC (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America's fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC.