| Location | Greenville, SC |
| Salary | $32–$38 |
JOB TITLE: Sheet Metal Mechanic
LOCATION:Greenville, SC
PAY RATE: $32-38/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (11 months with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Interprets blueprints for F-16 sheet metal and structural assemblies and sub-assemblies.
Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and repairs various sheet metal and structural assemblies and sub-assemblies.
Performs precision drilling and reaming on F-16 aircraft structures.
Performs riveting and installation of various fasteners.
Uses precision measuring equipment for structural assembly work.
Applies knowledge of aircraft structural assembly operation and maintenance.
Comprehends safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Performs repetitive movements and work overhead while working on or in the aircraft.
Works in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining a clean, FOD-free work area.
Properly uses, handles, and disposes of hazardous materials and toxic or caustic chemicals per Government regulations and company procedures.
Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
Ability to interpret blueprints for F-16 sheet metal and structural assemblies.
Ability to lay out, fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal and structural assemblies and sub-assemblies.
Experience with precision drilling and reaming on aircraft structures.
Experience with riveting and installation of various fasteners.
Ability to use precision measuring equipment for structural assembly.
Knowledge of aircraft structural assembly operation and maintenance.
Ability to comprehend safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to frequently lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required and work with regular exposure to vibration.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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