Sheet Metal Mechanic

BAE Systems•Norfolk, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Sheet metal mechanics are responsible for creating and installing building parts made of sheet metal. This role requires a developing knowledge of skills, functional knowledge, and abilities to perform tasks in various areas, including general sheet metal work, ventilation fabrication, and fabrication of miscellaneous items. The mechanic will also begin training on equipment operation such as rollers, hand brakes, power brakes, and sheers. The position involves working with various sheet metal types and sizes, reading basic drawings, and completing work partnered with higher-class mechanics.

Requirements

Developing understanding of different types of sheetmetal
Knowledge of NAVSEA drawings and standards
Must be a candidate for the Maritime Solutions Norfolk Hiring Events
Must be a graduate or current student from BAE Systems Trade School Partnership Program
High school diploma/GED
Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience
Able to read, write and comprehend simple instructions
Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form
Able to calculate and understand units of measure, including fractions and decimals
Know how to measure using a scale and tape measure
Able to function and operate hand tools and power tools with no assistance
Able to wear applicable PPE (Hard hat, safety goggles, gloves, steel toes shoes, ear protection, face shields, Tyvek suits and respirators)
Able to obtain government access badge

Nice To Haves

Basic tack welding skills

Responsibilities

Familiar with various sheet metal types and sizes
Measure appropriate size of sheet metal
Read and understand basic drawings, sketches and written requirements
Complete Habitability work while partnered with higher class mechanics
Know various materials to include galvanized steel, aluminum, stainless steel, etc.
Operate and use trade power tools
Remove and contain the PCB chemical in gasket material
Read sketches for ventilation fabrication
Assist advanced mechanics with fabrication process
Fabricate most sheet metal items, vent, flashing, pans, boxes, etc.
Learn how to fabricate miscellaneous items (such as bulkhead panels, boxes)
Begin training on equipment operation including rollers, hand brakes and power brakes, and sheers (sump and power sheers)