Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician

Location: Lexington, KY
FAA Part 145 Repair Station
Helicopter & General Aviation Aircraft

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician to join our team in Lexington, Kentucky. This position operates within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station and will support structural repairs and modifications on both helicopters and fixed-wing general aviation aircraft.

The ideal candidate has strong aircraft structures experience, the ability to interpret technical data, and hands-on expertise performing structural repairs in a hangar environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform sheet metal repairs and structural modifications on rotorcraft and fixed-wing aircraft

• Fabricate, lay out, assemble, and install aircraft structural components

• Repair or replace skins, ribs, stringers, bulkheads, floor structures, and other structural components

• Perform drilling, countersinking, riveting, and fastening operations

• Work with aluminum, stainless steel, and composite materials

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

• Ensure all work complies with FAA regulations and company quality standards

• Complete accurate documentation and work orders per FAA Part 145 requirements

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Support inspection findings and structural discrepancy repairs

Required Qualifications

• Experience performing aircraft sheet metal / structures repairs

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and engineering drawings

• Experience using rivet guns, drills, forming tools, and other sheet metal equipment

• Strong knowledge of aircraft structural repair techniques

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in varying shop conditions

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on helicopters (Bell, Robinson, Airbus, etc.)

• Experience working on General Aviation aircraft (Cessna, Beechcraft, Hawker, etc.)

• Experience in an FAA Part 145 Repair Station

• A&P License preferred but not required

• Experience with composite repairs

Work Environment

• Hangar-based FAA 145 repair facility

• Combination of helicopter and fixed-wing general aviation projects

• Overtime may be required based on workload and aircraft delivery schedules

Why Join Us?

• Diverse aircraft exposure (rotorcraft and fixed wing)

• Established and growing repair station

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Long-term career growth opportunity