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What they do
A Sheet Metal Fabricator or Mechanic fabricates and installs parts or products made with thin sheet metal, such as heating and air-conditioning ducts used in construction or parts used in aircraft manufacturing.
$64,924 / year median in Kansas
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Structures
Aviation Consulting Experts, Inc.
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Wichita, Kansas
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PERMANENT
Updated 08/28/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
Job Summary
We are seeking highly experienced Structures / Sheet Metal Mechanics with 11+ years of experience for precision airframe assembly and repair. The ideal candidate specializes in skin repair, remove & replace, and close-tolerance structural work on corporate or commercial aircraft. Must pass a plate test.
Key Responsibilities
Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete precision structural and system components per drawings, SRM, SAP, process specs, and QC requirements
Perform skin remove & replace, structural repairs, and sheet metal assembly to exacting tolerances
Lay out holes by hand, drill close-tolerance holes, countersink, and install fasteners including hi-loks and rivets
Drill out rivets and perform rework without damaging adjacent structure
Use shop mathematics and precision measuring/test instruments to complete work assignments and functional tests
Obtain required information from blueprints, charts, sketches, work instructions, and electronic/verbal information
Utilize tooling to assemble components into sub-assemblies or end items
Verify all work meets work instructions and engineering specifications; identify and document discrepancies per procedure
Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure
Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of daily TPM duties: replace filters, bulbs, maintain lubrication/coolant levels, etc.
Functional test and correct fit, form, and function of assemblies and components
Requirements
Experience:
11+ years of Structures/Sheet Metal experience required
Skills:
Expert in skin repair, skin remove & replace
Proficient in countersinking, hi-lok installation, fasteners, drilling out rivets
Ability to drill close-tolerance holes and lay out holes by hand
Strong blueprint reading; experience referencing SRM and SAP
Precision assembly and sealing of structural components
Testing:
Must pass a plate test
Availability:
Must be available to work any shift: 1st, 2nd, or 3rd
Must be available for overtime
Other:
No A&P required
No personal tools required
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Must pass background check, drug test, and employment verification
Work Environment
Aerospace MRO or OEM production environment. Work on aircraft structures at various heights. Strict adherence to FOD control, OSHA, and quality standards. PPE required.
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