Defence industry experts.

At M&E Global, we're proud to have forged a world-renowned reputation working across an extensive range of project solutions in the defence sector. Over the last 20 years we have worked in over 130 locations in 35 countries across the globe, supporting a range of military operations, including the maintenance of complex military equipment, vehicles, and aircraft. We are experts in employing highly skilled candidates from the UK and Europe and settling them into overseas contract roles in the defence sector and we continue to build on this strong foundation of specialist services and project solutions.

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Location: Illesheim (Niemcy)

Reference number: praca-za-granica.net

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot to determine cause of malfunctions; disassemble to point of trouble; adjust, repair, realign, fabricate, or replace defective components or assemblies.
• Assemble structural parts and components to meet requirements.
• Perform structural repair, modification, and corrosion protection treatment
• Use metalworking equipment and tools to form, cut, bend, and fasten replacement or repair parts to damaged structures and components.
• Incorporate authorised modifications and changes.
• Assemble repairs using special fasteners and adhesives.
• Maintain and inspect tools and equipment.
• Assess damage to aircraft structural components.
• Check repairs for serviceability according to specifications and technical publications.
• Treat corrosion using mechanical and chemical procedures.
• Store, handle, and dispose of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards.
• Post entries and maintain maintenance and inspection records.
• Input, validate, and analyse data processed to automated systems. Clears and closes out completed maintenance discrepancies in automated maintenance systems.
• Recommend methods to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures.
• Prepare forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.
• Perform other qualified duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to use jigs, fixtures, forms, and mouldings.
• Must have skill in reading, applying, and interpreting technical data including schematics and engineering drawings.
• Previous experience with sheet metal mechanics is a must.
• Experience in aircraft industry will be a plus