JOB TITLE: Aircraft Structures Maintenance Technician
LOCATION: Jacksonville, FL
PAY RATE: $34/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Perform structural repairs and modifications on aircraft and flight control components.
Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and maintenance manuals.
Perform close-tolerance drilling, precision measuring, and composite/metallic repairs.
Install/remove rivets, blind fasteners, hi-locks, bolts, and lock bolts.
Apply primer, paint, Alodine, sealants, and corrosion prevention methods.
Complete maintenance documentation and technical logs.
Requirements:
3+ years of aircraft mechanic experience(commercial, military, defense, or apprenticeship experience accepted).
3+ years reading engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
Ability to perform close-tolerance drilling (.003) and precision measuring (.003).
Experience with metallic and composite aircraft structures.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting fighter or military aircraft maintenance.
Experience with flight controls, structural repairs, and aircraft modifications.
Familiarity with Airworthiness Directives, Technical Directives, and Service Bulletins.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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