What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sheet Metal Technician position at COBALT AERO SERVICES, LLC?
The Sheet Metal Technician is responsible for inspecting, repairing, modifying, and restoring aircraft airframe components and structural assemblies in accordance with FAA, EASA, UK CAA, and company standards. This role utilizes technical manuals, engineering data, and precision measuring tools to perform high-quality structural repairs that ensure airworthiness, safety, and regulatory compliance. The Sheet Metal Technician plays a critical role in supporting the companies commitment to delivering exceptional repair services while maintaining a safe, efficient, and collaborative work environment. Through technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement, this position contributes to the organization's mission of providing industry-leading aerospace maintenance and repair solutions.
Essential Job Functions:
- Assesses maintenance/repair requirements for airframe components and assemblies using technical manuals, service bulletins, and other approved data.
- Provides technical information to engineers for the development of repairs outside of approved data scope when required.
- Performs approved repair operations to structures including sheet metal and other structures.
- Repairs mechanical assemblies including repairs and part replacements.
- Documents maintenance/repair actions per company and FAA requirements.
- Maintains a safe and clean working environment.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Skilled in the use of structures and hand tools related to the responsibilities described above.
- Well versed in the use of production and repair-related prints/drawings.
- Ability to read precision measuring tools and instruments.
- Working knowledge of FAA regulations, their interpretation, and application.
- Intermediate level computer skills including basic use of MS Outlook (or other e-mail application), Word, and Excel preferred.
- Ability to effectively communicate technical subject matter both orally and in writing.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.