Job Description

Join a dynamic team as a Sheet Metal Technician, where you will be responsible for hands-on maintenance and structural repair of aircraft, with a particular focus on sheet metal work and mechanical systems. This position is ideal for those passionate about aviation and with a strong experience in rotorcraft.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and structural repair to airframes, including sheet metal work, riveting, patching, and painting.
• Maintain, repair, and modify aircraft structures, structural components, and engines.
• Service aircraft components such as flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• Apply technical knowledge of A&P systems to identify equipment malfunctions and restore equipment to operational condition.
• Interpret technical data, including blueprints and manufacturers manuals.
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft mechanical components and replace components as needed.
• Perform aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repairs, and assess the functionality of non-complex electrical systems.
• Utilize aircraft tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes, and sheers.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of sheet metal experience.
• Helicopter experience, preferably with AW139 models.
• Proficiency in using aircraft tools and interpreting technical data.
• Knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting and repair procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Composite experience is a plus.
• Possession of an FAA-certified Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic certification is preferred.
• Experience with commercial/civil rotary wing aircraft maintenance is advantageous.
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Why Work Here?

Work at a leading MRO facility and Completion Center that offers a dynamic and collaborative environment. The facility specializes in maintenance, repair, overhaul, completion, and installation support, providing a diverse and engaging work experience. Located next to a major production plant, this role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects with a predominant customer base.

Work Environment

The work environment is a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility and Completion Center. The facility is located in Philadelphia, PA, adjacent to a main production plant. Employees will be working with specialized tools and equipment in a structured setting, focusing on aircraft maintenance and repair tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bensalem, Pennsylvania.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $40.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bensalem,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

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.