Textron · 1 month ago
Sheet Metal Technician Lead - Tampa, FL
Textron is a leading company in the manufacturing sector, and they are seeking a Sheet Metal Technician Lead. The primary responsibility of this role is to fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment for general aviation aircraft while guiding and instructing other technicians.
AerospaceFinanceIndustrial
Responsibilities
Determine project requirements, including scope, assembly sequences, and required methods and materials, according to blueprints, and written and verbal instructions
Lay out of sheet metal parts using blueprints, drawings, written or verbal instructions
Alter and existing part using blueprints, drawings, written or verbal instructions
Rivet and sheet metal component removal
Bend and form a radius on fabricated sheet metal parts
Drill various metals
Debur holes and cut lines
Set up for and countersinking of holes
Set up for and dimpling of holes
Set up for and install solid rivets with a rivet gun
Set up for and install solid rivets with a squeeze tool
Install blind rivets and fasteners
Performs duties in a manner consistent with the latest state of the art and highest standards of safety for maintaining aircraft in the most airworthy and reliable condition for the customers' safety
Responsible for guiding, instructing, and scheduling the work for technicians and provides job related training or instruction as required
Qualification
Required
Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification
Minimum of 2 years experience on Textron Aviation aircraft
Aircraft structure repair manuals
FAA AC 43.13-1B
Skilled in identifying types of corrosions
Skilled in corrosion removal procedures
Skilled in the application and removal of wash etch and alodine material
Skilled in the application of primer
Identify rivets, bolts, screws, and nuts and washers
Must be able to obtain and maintain an airport security badge through the local airport authority, if applicable
Company
Textron
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to
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Funding
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