Heavy Structures Mechanic

GAL Aerostaff

• 
  Atlanta, Georgia
  
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PERMANENT

Updated 09/13/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.

In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully devised. These benefits include time-off benefits, such as vacations and holidays, and insurance and other plan benefits. We are constantly studying and evaluating our benefits and policies to better meet present and future requirements.

Position

• Heavy Structures Mechanic (Aircraft Maintenance / MRO)
  

Location:

Atlanta. Georgia

Environment:

MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul)

The Sheet Metal Technician performs structural repairs, modifications, and installations on aircraft during heavy maintenance checks. This role requires experience with C-checks, structural repair, and sheet metal fabrication in an MRO environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform structural sheet metal repairs on aircraft during heavy maintenance checks

Remove, repair, and replace aircraft structural components such as skins, panels, and supports

Fabricate and install sheet metal parts including brackets, doublers, and reinforcements

Read and interpret maintenance manuals, SRMs, blueprints, and engineering drawings

Perform drilling, riveting, cutting, and fitting of sheet metal components

Ensure all work is completed in compliance with FAA regulations and company standards

Inspect completed work to ensure quality and airworthiness

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Communicate effectively with team members and leadership

Other duties as assigned

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Adaptability

• Adapts to changing work environments and maintenance schedules
  Communication
• Communicates clearly and effectively with team members
  Dependability
• Maintains reliability and follows direction consistently
  Initiative
• Takes ownership of tasks and works efficiently
  Teamwork
• Works collaboratively in a maintenance environment
  Work Quality
• Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail
  Safety
• Follows safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions
  Summary of Education, Experience & Certification
  High School diploma or equivalent required.

B717 and/or A321 aircraft experience required

Experience performing C-checks or heavy maintenance required

Must be authorized to work in the United States

A&P License preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of aircraft structural repair and sheet metal practices

Experience working in an MRO or heavy maintenance environment

Ability to read and interpret SRMs, engineering drawings, and manuals

Experience with drilling, riveting, and structural repairs

Ability to fabricate and install sheet metal components

Strong attention to detail and quality standards

Ability to work in a fast-paced maintenance environment

Ability to lift, stand, and work in various physical positions throughout the shift

Pay:

$50.00/hr and $75.00 on the overtime.

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