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Borsight

CFT Sheet Metal Technician

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What they do

An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.

$85,510 / year median in California

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

CFT Sheet Metal Technician Borsight
  • Beale AFB, California
PERMANENT
$45-$48/hr Updated 08/18/2026 Job Description Overview $45-$48/hr Job Summary Experienced aircraft sheet metal modification technicians with commensurate experience, KC-135 experience. This position will serve as one of six Contract Field Team members working at Beale AFB CA. Activities include the installation of modification packages on KC-135 aircraft. Depending on individual core structural or sheet metal skills and experience, sheet metal technicians will be utilized to install different types of fabricated parts, brackets, racks, wire harnesses and antennas using a multitude of different fasteners, specialized tools and test equipment in accordance with appropriate federal aviation regulations, manufacturer's recommendations, technical manuals, and or Government or industry standards. Sheet metal technicians will also be utilized for on aircraft electrical wire harness routing, installation, and clamping, as well as operate Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE). Technicians may also be assigned other duties that supports the aircraft modification effort.
Experience and Qualifications:
A minimum of 4 years of on-the-job aircraft sheet metal and or structural experience. Advanced aircraft structural, sheet metal, airframe training from a technical trade or military technical school is also required. A current Airframe license issued by the FAA with commensurate General or Military Aviation experience is highly desired. Technicians must possess the ability and commensurate experience to read and comprehend structural, mechanical drawings, and specifications. A vast and thorough understanding and demonstration of mechanical aptitude and sheet metal use of tools and equipment is required. Technicians must also have familiarity with Quality Assurance (QA) and AS9100 methods, principles, inspections, auditing, and certification. Borsight's QA program of aircraft modification. Technicians will be required to use specialized equipment, tools, and equipment in accordance with appropriate USAF Technician Orders and Job Guides. Technicians must have the physical ability to climb ladders, stoop, bend, be on your feet for extended periods of time, work in cramped spaces, work on top of aircraft, and lift and/or carry items weighing more than 50 pounds. Requirements Personal Requirements
  • Team attitude; eager to cooperate with others with exceptional interpersonal communication skills Strong organizational and leadership skills Evidence of and, the practice of, a high level of confidentiality Ability to change direction and handle multiple responsibilities and tasks on a regular basis Some experience in MS Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
Benefits:
  • 401 (K) Matching
  • Dental Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 11 paid Federal holidays Work Schedule
  • Monday-Friday
  • 6 AM - 2:30 PM
  • 30-minute paid lunch
  • 8-hour day shift
  • No alternate shift work
  • No weekend shift work
  • Overtime is very unlikely Additional Requirements
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must reside locally, and commute daily to Beale AFB, CA
  • Willing to submit to a preemployment background check
  • Willing to submit to initial/reoccurring urinalysis screening Must have past or current DoD Secret Security Clearance Hourly Pay Range
  • $45-$48 per hour
Job Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Tools provided Vision insurance
Experience:
Avionics aerospace: 5 years (Required) Security clearance: Secret (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Beale
AFB, CA 95903
(Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Beale
AFB, CA 95903
Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)
Work Location:
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