Sheet Metal Worker

Carbon60 Project Services; Gosport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace organization in Gosport is seeking experienced Structures Technicians / Sheet Metal Workers to support the Chinook helicopter program. This contract position offers competitive pay starting from £35 per hour, with up to 50 hours a week for those seeking maximum earning potential. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in structural repairs and sheet metal work, preferably with rotary-wing experience. Join a well-equipped facility and contribute to this high-profile project.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunity for overtime

Work on prestigious programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in aircraft structural or sheet metal work.
• Previous rotary-wing experience (Chinook preferred) highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of fastener installation, sealant application, and composite repair practices advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural repairs, modifications, and assembly on Chinook airframes.
• Carry out sheet metal work including drilling, reaming, countersinking, riveting and fitting parts to engineering drawings.
• Work with alloys and composites, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Aircraft structural repair

Sheet metal work

Interpreting engineering drawings

Knowledge of fastener installation

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for experienced Structures Technicians / Sheet Metal Workers to join our team at Fleetlands, working on the Chinook helicopter program. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-profile rotary‑wing project in a well‑equipped facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural repairs, modifications, and assembly on Chinook airframes.
• Carry out sheet metal work including drilling, reaming, countersinking, riveting (solid, blind, hi‑lok), and fitting parts to engineering drawings.
• Work with alloys and composites, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and safety requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in aircraft structural or sheet metal work.
• Previous rotary‑wing experience (Chinook preferred) highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of fastener installation, sealant application, and composite repair practices advantageous.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate from £35 per hour.
• Up to 50 hours per week available for those seeking maximum earning potential.
• Opportunity to work on a prestigious program with a leading aerospace organization.

Pay & Hours

Pay: From £35 per hour

Hours: Up to 50 hours per week available

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Industries

Airlines and Aviation and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing