SHEET METAL MECHANIC (AIRCRAFT)
Air Education and Training Command
Posted: January 30, 2026 (0 days ago)
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Naval Air Systems Command
Department of the Navy
This job involves helping with the repair, building, and assembly of metal parts on aircraft, working under supervision in a team setting at a naval facility in Virginia.
It's a hands-on role focused on learning and supporting aircraft maintenance tasks using tools and following instructions.
A good fit would be someone with basic metalworking experience or training who is reliable, eager to learn, and comfortable in a structured production environment.
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer.
Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.
Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.
Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the screen out listed below.
This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job.
The Screen-out for this position is performing the following tasks: Ability to assist with metal repair, fabrication, layout, and structural disassembly/assembly operations Skill in the safe use of basic hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment commonly used in metalworking environments Ability to read and follow written work instructions, technical manuals, drawings, or sketches with guidance Ability to perform measurements, layout, drilling, trimming, deburring, and fitting tasks to support aircraft component repair Knowledge of shop safety practices and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) Ability to learn aircraft-specific repair procedures, materials, and specifications through formal training and on-the-job instruction Ability to work effectively as part of a team, follow directions, and perform assignments reliably and dependably in a production environment Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-3800 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:
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