Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

Job Details: Job Location: Avcon Industries - Newton, KS 67114, Position Type: Contractor, Salary Range: Undisclosed, SUMMARY

The Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic is responsible for supporting aircraft modification, repair, fabrication, installation, and reinstallation activities for special-mission and ISR aircraft. This position works with aircraft drawings, maintenance instructions, sheet metal components, riveting, structural assemblies, and removed aircraft equipment to ensure modifications are completed accurately, safely, and in compliance with Avcon standards, FAA requirements, and applicable inspection criteria.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Remove, identify, tag, and document the location of aircraft equipment prior to modification work
Handle large metal components, aircraft parts, and related equipment carefully during modification, repair, and installation activities
Read and follow aircraft drawings, blueprints, installation instructions, and maintenance manuals to complete required aircraft modifications
Perform aircraft riveting, sheet metal fabrication, modification, rework, repair, and installation work as required
Install, modify, maintain, repair, and rework internal and external aircraft structural assemblies and sheet metal components
Reinstate and reinstall all equipment removed during aircraft modification activities
Inspect completed work for quality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable Avcon and FAA requirements
Report to the supervisor any work, condition, or repair concern that may not pass Avcon aircraft inspection
Perform additional shop, modification, fabrication, installation, and aircraft maintenance-related tasks as required
Qualifications: KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of aircraft sheet metal practices, riveting techniques, fabrication methods, and structural assembly repair processes
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, aircraft drawings, installation instructions, and maintenance manual requirements
General knowledge of aircraft maintenance, repair, modification, and inspection requirements
Understanding of FAA requirements applicable to aircraft maintenance, modification, and repair work
Knowledge of safe handling practices for aircraft components, tooling, metal materials, and related shop equipment

COMPETENCIES

Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing inspection-ready aircraft modification and repair work
Ability to follow technical instructions, drawings, and work procedures accurately and consistently
Sound mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills in aircraft sheet metal environments
Ability to communicate work status, repair concerns, inspection issues, and material needs to supervisors and team members
Accountability for safe work practices, quality workmanship, and compliance with applicable procedures
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented aircraft modification, maintenance, and fabrication environment

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of three years of aircraft sheet metal, aircraft maintenance, aircraft modification, or closely related experience required; graduation from an accredited aircraft maintenance school may be considered in lieu of experience
A&P license preferred
Experience reading blueprints, aircraft drawings, installation manuals, and maintenance manuals required
Experience installing, modifying, maintaining, reworking, repairing, fabricating, and installing aircraft sheet metal components required
Experience working with complex internal and external aircraft structural assemblies preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily in an aircraft modification, maintenance, fabrication, hangar, or shop environment
Position may require standing, bending, reaching, climbing, kneeling, lifting, and working around aircraft structures, tooling, and equipment
May require careful handling of large pieces of metal, aircraft parts, and related equipment
Must follow applicable safety procedures, quality standards, inspection requirements, and FAA compliance expectations
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
If a security clearance is required:

Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearance requirements
Successful candidates must be able to obtain required Program Access approval, if applicable