Sheetmetal (Structures) AME
Core
Repair, modify, fabricate, and install aircraft structural and sheet metal components on general and business aircraft.
Role type
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures/Sheet Metal)
Builds
Maintained airframes and structural components for general and business aviation
Domain
Aviation / Aerospace
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Structural repair and modification, sheet metal fabrication, riveting, fastening, drilling, countersinking, corrosion inspection and treatment, interpretation of Structural Repair Manuals (SRMs) and engineering drawings, accurate maintenance documentation
Preferred skills
CASA Part 66 licence, experience in business or general aviation, ability to mentor apprentices
Technologies
Structural Repair Manuals (SRMs), engineering drawings
Responsibilities
Perform riveting, fastening, drilling, and countersinking operations; conduct corrosion inspections and repairs; apply protective coatings; complete aircraft maintenance records; support and mentor less experienced team members
Seniority
All levels (T1 through T4)