Fabrication Specialist

Fabrication Specialist

As an Aircraft Fabrication Technician, you'll fabricate, repair, and assemble structural components for business and/or commercial aircraft, helping ensure every aircraft that leaves our facility is safe, compliant, and built to the highest standards. You'll work with sheet metal, extruded aluminum, composites, and other aerospace materials on structures such as fuselage sections, wings, and control surfaces.

This position works within an AS9100-certified quality system and an ITAR/CMMC-controlled environment, so attention to detail, precise documentation, and a strong compliance mindset are essential. Depending on experience, this role may be filled at Mechanic I, II, or III, with a defined development path toward Master Aircraft Fabrication Technician.

• Fabricate and assemble structural parts from sheet metal, extrusions, and composite materials using approved engineering drawings, FAA-approved data, and company specifications.
• Cut, bend, form, drill, and fit parts using shop tools and machinery (shears, brakes, drills, rivet guns, grinders, CNC/NC equipment where applicable).
• Perform structural repairs and modifications on aircraft components, including removal and replacement of damaged skin panels, frames, stringers, doublers, and related hardware.
• Interpret and work from technical data such as blueprints, engineering drawings, SRMs, service bulletins, work instructions, and job travelers.
• Carry out in-process and final inspections using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM arms, etc.) to verify dimensions, tolerances, and alignment.
• Support or perform First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and complete all required AS9102/quality documentation for new or revised parts as needed.
• Apply corrosion prevention and treatment methods to parts and assemblies in accordance with OEM and regulatory requirements.
• Document work performed clearly and accurately in shop records, travelers, and digital systems to maintain full traceability under AS9100, FAA, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to troubleshoot fit, form, or function issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support a strong safety culture, following all EHS procedures, PPE requirements, and housekeeping standards.

• Level I:
  Focus on learning standard processes, completing well-defined tasks under guidance, and building core fabrication/inspection skills.
• Level II:
  Independently execute most standard work, support basic troubleshooting, and assist with mentoring junior team members.
• Level III:
  Lead more complex repairs and assemblies, provide on-the-job training, and act as a technical resource for others.
• Master Technician (development track):
  Become a go-to expert for complex structural work, process improvements, and technician development.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in aircraft structures, sheet metal, or metal fabrication, or completion of a relevant aerospace/structures technical program.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical manuals.
• Hands‑on skills with hand and power tools used in sheet metal and composite work (riveting, drilling, deburring, forming, etc.).
• Basic proficiency with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, tape measures, squares, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift parts and materials as required, and work in a hangar or shop environment.

• 2+ years of aircraft structures/sheet metal experience in MRO or manufacturing (Levels II-III).
• Experience working in an AS9100-certified aerospace environment.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations related to structural repair and fabrication.
• Experience performing or supporting FAI and using basic inspection/quality software tools.
• Prior work in an ITAR/CMMC-regulated facility or defense/aerospace environment.

ITAR-controlled technical data and systems
, you must meet the definition of a 'U.S. Person' under 22 CFR
* 120.15 (for example, U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or other protected individual as defined by U.S. immigration law).

Duncan Aviation is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.