Job Title: Sheet Metal Mechanic

If qualified and interested: Apply or text Duke at 631/513/1840

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Structures Mechanic with a strong experience in corporate or commercial aircraft sheet metal to support light and heavy structural modifications. The ideal candidate will be skilled in aircraft structural repair, fabrication, and modification in accordance with approved data and FAA regulations. This role supports both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in a fast-paced aviation environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform light and heavy structural modifications on corporate and/or commercial aircraft.
• Fabricate, install, and repair aircraft sheet metal components, including skins, frames, stringers, doublers, ribs, and structural assemblies.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, SRMs, AMMs, and work instructions.
• Perform structural repairs using approved FAA data (DER, OEM, or engineering dispositions).
• Lay out, form, cut, drill, deburr, and assemble sheet metal parts using proper tools and techniques.
• Install and remove structural components using rivets, fasteners, and bonding methods per specification.
• Operate sheet metal equipment such as shears, brakes, presses, drills, and forming tools.
• Conduct detailed inspections of completed work to ensure quality and airworthiness compliance.
• Accurately document all maintenance and modification work in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while following all safety procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to complete modification projects on schedule.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 3+ years of aircraft sheet metal/structures experience in a corporate or commercial aviation environment.
• Hands-on experience performing structural repairs and heavy modifications.
• Proficiency in aluminum and aircraft-grade materials.
• Strong understanding of FAA regulations and approved maintenance data.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical manuals.
• Experience using precision measuring tools and sheet metal fabrication equipment.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Own tools.
• Must be open to OT.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a Part 145 Repair Station.
• Experience on business jets or commercial aircraft platforms.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a great company culture with the recent buyout providing financial stability for growth. Opportunities for overtime and longevity in the company offer room for advancement.

Work Environment

Work in a hangar setting with shifts available from Sunday to Wednesday or Wednesday to Saturday. Long-term plans include 2-3 shifts, providing flexibility in scheduling.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Miami, FL.

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $57.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Miami,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.