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Sheet Metal Mechanic

Yingling Aviation Inc
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 11/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/12/2026
Join a team where every aircraft is a win, and every teammate makes a difference.
Our boutique-style MRO is built on customer focus, employee empowerment, and hands-on excitement with every delivery. We’re significantly investing in training to expand your skills, enhance your experience, and fast-track your career.  If you're looking for more than a job, this is your hangar.
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Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm


Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Assist in the removal/installation of avionics electrical components, fabrication of wire harnesses, installations, terminations, ring-out, and functional tests of avionics/electrical systems.
  2. Assist in installations, modifications, and the fabrication of wiring and electrical components, fixtures, and associated equipment in accordance with blueprints, worksheets engineering drawings
  3. Test avionics equipment under simulated or actual operating conditions to determine performance and airworthiness.

 

  1. Become familiar with all technical publications (maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, etc.) concerning aircraft maintained at this facility.

 

  1. Own and maintain basic hand tools and test equipment to perform assigned tasks.
  2. Interpret drawings, specifications and schematics of aircraft instrument/electronic components.
  3. Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies and components according to aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications.

 

  1. Become familiar and proficient with all shop test and maintenance gear.

 

  1. Perform all tasks assigned by management in a timely and safe manner.

 

  1. Maintain a professional demeanor towards all customers, be courteous, informative and      

            sincere.

 

  1. Maintain a clean and neat work area. Help with other housekeeping duties as assigned.

 

  1. Provide backup to line personnel when they are moving aircraft in and out of the hangers.

 

  1. Other activities and projects as approved by the Director of Maintenance, Shop Foreman or the General Manager.


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work of the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.


Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Education to meet licenses required (see below)
  • 2-5 years in aircraft sheet metal modification 
  • Must meet the requirements of Airport Authority to be receive a badge and have no ramp restrictions 

Communication Skills:

 

Must be able to read and speak English.  Must be able to communicate effectively with other personnel.

 

Mathematical Skills:

 

Basic math skills.

 

Reasoning Ability

 

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

 

Budget Responsibility:

 

Assist department managers in maintaining a specified budget.

 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

  • A & P License desired 
  • Must possess and maintain a current and valid driver’s license

 

Computer Skills:

 

Basic computer aptitude preferred. 


Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Occasional periods of walking, sitting, rotation, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
Occasionally lifting up to 25 lbs, and frequently lifting up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment

Frequent exposure to general shop conditions, engine noise.
Frequent exposure to aircraft exhaust, moving mechanical parts, lubricants, metals, and solvents.
Frequent exposure to seasonal weather.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A dynamic, supportive team culture that values innovation and collaboration.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.

This employer uses E-Verify.

 

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