Aviation Structures/Sheetmetal Modification Technician IV (Aerospace)

Location: Hagerstown, Maryland, United States; onsite aircraft maintenance work

Salary: $34.90–$47.99 per hour

Company

hirify.global delivers integrated aerospace, defense, command-and-control, communications, ISR, force protection, and security solutions.

What you will do

• Perform heavy structures repairs and modifications on military and civilian aircraft, including King Air, Challenger 650, and Global 6500.
• Maintain airframes and complete structural damage assessments to support repairs across a diverse fleet.
• Read and interpret system diagrams, engineering drawings, blueprints, manuals, and technical specifications.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Control, Field Technicians, and other maintenance departments to resolve aircraft issues and complete preventive maintenance.
• Ensure inspection, maintenance, and modification work follows FAA regulations, OSHA requirements, operating instructions, and company standards.
• Coach and mentor other technicians while completing complex projects independently and collaboratively.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience; a higher degree or related experience may substitute.
• Advanced experience with structure assembly, minor part fitting, airframe corrosion removal, repair, and refinishing.
• Ability to install rivets, hi-locks, and other aircraft fasteners while maintaining edge distance and pitch.
• Ability to interpret moderately complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and publications.
• Own tools in good working order and strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and safety discipline.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. security clearance are required.

Nice to have

• Associate of Applied Science in Aviation.
• FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant license.
• Military or on-the-job aviation structures/sheetmetal training.
• Formal fastener manufacturing or metal processing training, aircraft manufacturer familiarization training, or continuous improvement certifications.
• Aerospace and defense, U.S. Department of Defense, NASA, or U.S. military experience; ability to travel.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%.
• Life insurance and three weeks of paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Work in a collaborative aerospace and national security environment focused on mission execution and innovation.

Hiring process

• The posting remains open for at least five days and may be extended based on business needs.