The Sheetmetal Mechanic is responsible for being proficient in airframe minor to intermediate repairs, modifications and service bulletins. Works well as part of a team with minimal supervision. Highly proficient in fabrication, cold working, flap peening and jacking, shoring aircraft. Highly proficient in using technical data and drawings to locate part numbers and accomplish repairs.

Possesses analytical skills:

must be able to gather information and use data to determine cause and effect for problem solving. Performs such minor part-fitting operations as filing, sawing, de-burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling and reaming. Required to be able to read schematics/blueprints of moderate complexity, engineering drawings and technical instructions. Safely perform sheet metal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft. Has working knowledge of SRM (Repair Station Manual) references. Perform layout work; measure parts using micrometers, calipers and ball gauges (to accurately measure holes to. 0001 inch); undertake bending and forming of sheet metal in preparation for assembly. Able to use complex fixtures, bushings, core drills and reamers to generate holes for close tolerance Hi lock and fasteners. May modify components to incorporate changes to structure. May be required to undertake fabrication, cold working, flap peening. Perform the assigned maintenance task in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations, manufacturer s recommendations, customer s approved maintenance program or accepted data. Perform high quality work in accordance with the data/instructions provided by the Project Manager and/or Lead. Become familiar with and follow the requirements of the RSM, Federal Aviation Regulations, Airworthiness Directives, advisory circular, manufacturer s service bulletins and any other required to perform assigned work. Never begin any maintenance unless in possession of the proper documentation