Structures Lead - Sheet Metal Technician

IntrepidGS•Melbourne, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Structures Lead / Sheet Metal Technician is responsible for leading and performing aircraft structural maintenance, repair, and modification tasks in support of flight operations at Al Udeid Air Base. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with supervisory responsibilities, ensuring all sheet metal and structural work is completed safely, accurately, and in compliance with applicable technical orders, engineering data, and quality standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of experience in aircraft structures or sheet metal maintenance.
Demonstrated experience in a lead or supervisory role.
Proficiency in aircraft structural repair, fabrication, and corrosion control.
Ability to read and interpret technical orders, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
Must possess a valid U.S. Driver’s License
Must be able to meet all current USCENTCOM Deployment Policy Requirements, as outlined in the USCENTCOM APR 23 MOD EIGHTEEN TO USCENTCOM INDIVIDUAL AND INDIVIDUAL-UNIT DEPLOYMENT POLICY
Able to obtain and maintain a valid Residency Visa for Qatar
Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions including dust and high temperatures.
Must be able to endure long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.
Must have and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Possess a valid U.S. Passport (preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a team of structures and sheet metal technicians.
Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure maintenance priorities are met.
Provide on-the-job training, mentorship, and technical guidance.
Enforce safety, tool control, and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention standards.
Coordinate with maintenance supervision, quality assurance, and other maintenance sections.
Perform and oversee aircraft structural repairs, modifications, and inspections.
Fabricate, install, and repair sheet metal components, skins, frames, ribs, and structural assemblies.
Conduct corrosion detection, treatment, and prevention.
Use technical orders, engineering drawings, and maintenance manuals to accomplish tasks.
Perform drilling, riveting, forming, and bonding using approved methods and materials.
Ensure proper documentation of maintenance actions in maintenance tracking systems.
Ensure all work complies with applicable technical data, safety regulations, and quality standards.
Prepare aircraft and components for inspection and assist with discrepancy resolution.
Identify structural damage and recommend repair actions.
Maintain accountability for tools, equipment, and consumables.