Sheet Metal Mechanic

Global Technical Services

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  Tucson, Arizona
  
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CONTRACTOR

Updated 10/01/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

The Sheet Metal Mechanic inspects, repairs, modifies, and fabricates aircraft structural components, with a focus on sheet metal and composite repairs. This role supports heavy maintenance and modification activities while ensuring compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards in a demanding production environment. The technician performs inspections, repairs, and fabrications on corporate and commercial aircraft, including CRJ models, and contributes to overall aircraft airworthiness and operational readiness.

Job Details

Facility Type:

MRO / Heavy Maintenance

Aircraft Worked:

Regional -CRJ& 39;s

Job Duration:

Contract to Hire

Schedule:

12-hour shifts, including days, nights, and weekends

Tools:

Required (personal set of tools) Education & Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of structural sheet metal repair and modification experience or sustained similar experience.
  
• Experience with corporate jet or commercial aircraft, including CRJ airframes.
  
• MRO or heavy maintenance experience.
  
• Military aircraft maintenance experience, including Depot, Isochronal, or Phase inspections, if applicable.
  
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license or FAA Airframe license.
  
• Ability to effectively communicate aircraft maintenance actions in English, both verbally and in writing.
  
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, and weekends. Preferred Skills
  
• Experience performing complex structural repairs on both sheet metal and composite aircraft components.
  
• Familiarity with industry best practices, technological advancements, and regulatory standards in aviation structural maintenance. Job Duties & Functions
  
• Perform thorough inspections of aircraft structures, identifying and documenting signs of damage or wear.
  
• Execute sheet metal repairs and modifications on structural components, including wing, fuselage, and tail sections.
  
• Fabricate and modify structural components and aircraft parts.
  
• Perform minor structural repairs on composite components, whether attached or detached.
  
• Assist with mechanical and electrical removals and installations as required.
  
• Interpret and follow aircraft maintenance manuals, blueprints, and technical specifications.
  
• Assist with complex structural repairs both on and off aircraft.
  
• Utilize precision measuring tools and equipment to ensure accurate repairs and regulatory compliance.
  
• Inspect confined areas of the airframe as required.
  
• Comply with environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
  
• Remain current on industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes related to aviation structural maintenance. TeamGlobal Benefits
  
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), and more!
  
• TG Rewards Program
  
• Employee Referral Program
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