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Sheet Metal Mechanic

Axxeum, Inc.
Huntsville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2026
Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

Status: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (may require schedule adjustments during surge periods)

Job Summary

Axxeum, Inc. is seeking a skilled Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic to support our aviation maintenance and modification operations. This role involves precision fabrication, repair, and modification of aircraft structures using various tools, equipment, and blueprints. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with rotary and fixed-wing aircraft, a strong understanding of OEM manuals, and expertise in corrosion control practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Fabrication & Repair: Plan, design, and execute aviation sheet metal work based on blueprints, models, and specifications.
  • Machining & Tool Operation: Set up and operate sheet metal machines, including saws, drills, lathes, milling machines, and forming equipment.
  • Structural Modifications: Install STCs, TSOs, and prototype equipment while performing modifications and repairs on rotary and fixed-wing aircraft.
  • Assembly & Fastening: Cut, bend, shape, rivet, and assemble sheet metal components using appropriate hand tools and machines.
  • Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
  • Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support operational needs.

Required Qualifications

  • Licenses & Certifications: FAA Airframe license preferred; A&P license desired.
  • Experience: Minimum 12 years of aircraft structural systems repair experience, preferably with rotary-wing aircraft.
  • Technical Knowledge:
    • Strong understanding of OEM manuals and technical orders.
    • Experience in corrosion control, including removal and treatment.
    • Familiarity with commercial, OEM, and military technical manuals.
  • Tools: Must provide own tools.
  • Professionalism: Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to work effectively with team members, customers, and management.
Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility to include but not limited to bending, reaching, climbing, turning, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. Walking moderate to long distances may be required. Must be able to lift/carry/push/pull/move items frequently over 20 pounds. Occasionally required to lift/carry/push/pull/move heavy objects up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The environmental characteristic for this position is an aircraft hangar, warehouse setting and outdoors. Candidates should be able to adapt to environments listed. There may be exposure to high noises, exposure to chemicals and cleaning agents, and Personal Protection Equipment may be required for certain tasks. This position must be able to work comfortably outdoors and may be exposed to hot/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Axxeum, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The company will provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person will be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment and all policies of the company.

At the time of hiring, employees are required to sign a written statement acknowledging that they are employed at the will of the company and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, and with or without cause. Employees who do not have an individualized written employment contract or a collective bargaining agreement are employed at the will of the company and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. At the same time, these employees may terminate their employment at any time for any reasons.

A background check and drug screen is required for this position.

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