Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician - NHC (Contract)

Location: Columbus, MS | Payrate: $42/hour

What You’ll Do: As a Senior Aircraft Technician – Sheetmetal, your expertise will help ensure aircraft structures are assembled to the highest quality and safety standards.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Install sheet metal parts and assemblies on aircraft while ensuring structural integrity and operational safety Fit and assemble skins, frames, stabilizers, tail booms, and additional helicopter sub-assemblies Perform drilling, fitting, riveting, and modification work on aircraft structures Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, diagrams, and engineering drawings Assist in developing patterns and templates to streamline manufacturing processes and ensure dimensional accuracy Apply standard aircraft fabrication and repair practices in accordance with aerospace specifications Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment Utilize production tools and equipment, including hydraulic lifts and hand tools Collaborate with team members and leadership to support production goals and quality standards

Required Qualifications: Minimum of six (6) years of aircraft sheet metal experience, preferably in rotorcraft Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and technical drawings Experience performing fabrication, repair modifications, and structural assembly work Ability to read, write, and speak English Strong attention to detail, craftsmanship, and commitment to safety

Preferred Qualifications: Current A&P License

Physical Requirements: This is a highly hands-on onsite role requiring physical mobility and the ability to work in active production environments. Onsite presence required: 95% Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs/14 kgs daily Ability to stand, walk, squat, kneel, push, and pull throughout the workday Ability to safely operate tools, lifts, and electronic equipment Ability to hear alarms, safety warnings, and participate in conversations in production settings Occasional travel up to 5% Required PPE Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, Protective Gloves, and additional PPE as required by the facility or customer site. What You Can Expect: Opportunity to work with cutting-edge aerospace technology Stable, long-term career potential in a growing industry Collaborative and safety-focused work culture Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities The chance to contribute to aircraft that make a real-world impact Ready to Build Something Extraordinary? This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details: $42.00 per hour

Benefits: medical