C-130 Sheet Metal Mechanic

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We are seeking an experienced C-130J Flight Control Sheet Metal Mechanic to support aircraft modification and repair operations in Greenville, SC. This role involves planning, layout, fabrication, assembly, installation, and repair of internal and external aircraft structures in accordance with technical manuals, engineering drawings, and FAA regulations. Work will focus heavily on flight control surface repairs, thinner gauge material fabrication, and back shop structural repair and part fabrication.

• Minimum 8 years of recent aircraft structures or sheet metal experience
• C-130 experience is preferred but not required, similar wide body experience will be accepted
• Experience with flight control surface repair, thinner gauge materials, and back shop fabrication required
• Must be able to provide proof of United States Citizenship
• Must possess a valid United States Driver’s License
• Must be able to work either 1st or 2nd shift
• Position will begin with training, followed by shift assignment based on program needs
• Must be able to start on-site in Greenville, SC on January 12, 2026 with all required documents completed

• Plan, lay out, fabricate, assemble, install, and repair aircraft structures and surfaces
• Perform flight control surface repairs and modifications using thinner gauge materials
• Conduct back shop fabrication and repair of aircraft structural components
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Ensure all work meets FAA, customer, and company quality standards
• Operate shop equipment and tooling to complete assigned tasks
• Inspect completed work to verify conformance to specifications
• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment

• Minimum of 8 years of recent aircraft structures or sheet metal experience
• Thinner gauge material fabrication experience required
  
  Back shop fabrication and structural repair experience required
• Part fabrication experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation and technical manuals
• Strong attention to detail and quality

• Initial training will be completed on assigned schedule
• Final shift assignment will be determined after completion of training

• Monday – Thursday, 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM

• Monday – Thursday, 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM

• 6-month contract with potential to extend

• Company-provided tools – no personal tools required
• No security clearance required

• Mid-Senior level

• Contract

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