Ejection Seat Technician - DEFENSE

JOB TITLE: Ejection Seat Technician - DEFENSE
LOCATION: NAS New Orleans Belle Chasse, LA
PAY RATE: $35-47/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)

• Clearance: Secret Clearance required prior to start (interim acceptable).

• Shift: Full-time, onsite, first shift (6:30 AM – 3:00 PM)

• Overtime: As needed

• Travel: Possible international travel to U.S. military bases in Scotland, Greece, or Kuwait

• 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. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Perform inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational support of aircraft egress systems and associated components.

• Maintain aircraft seats and canopy ejection systems, gaseous O2 systems, fire extinguishing systems, air conditioning, cockpit heat, pressurization, and ventilation systems.

• Remove and install oxygen system valves, gauges, converters, and regulators.

• Remove, install, inspect, and rig ejection seats, Cartridge Actuation Devices (CADS), shoulder harnesses, and lap belts.

• Perform daily, pre-flight, post-flight, and periodic aircraft inspections.

• Assemble, disassemble, modify, repair, and overhaul aerospace vehicle systems and components.

• Configure aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment.

• Troubleshoot pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems to isolate and repair faults.

• Perform validation and verification testing of systems and components.

• Document repairs, inspections, modifications, and test results to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.

• Inspect components and verify repairs for flight worthiness requirements.

• Support training activities and work under general direction.

Requirements:

• Secret Clearance required prior to start (interim acceptable).

• Minimum 5 years of aviation maintenance experience in egress systems, survival equipment, and/or related aircraft systems.

• Experience installing and removing F-18 ejection seats.

• Experience reading and interpreting technical manuals, schematics, and maintenance procedures.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in confined spaces or elevated positions.

• Valid passport and ability to travel internationally.

• Must meet U.S. export compliance requirements.

• Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with security clearance requirements.

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.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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