Structures- Composites

JOB TITLE: Structures Composites
LOCATION: Mesa, AZ
PAY RATE: $31.00-40.00/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 (Long Term)

• 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: 

• Works with carbon fiber and fiberglass composite materials, assemblies, and tooling for layup, trimming, drilling, surface prep, bonding, and curing operations.

• Performs precision drilling on composite and metal structures including stack-ups of dissimilar materials.

• Assembles composite parts and assemblies of varying complexities and sizes.

• Utilizes shop tools and machinery including drills, die grinders, and calipers.

• Installs multiple fastener types including Hi-Lite, Hi-Lok, and Composi-Lok.

• Reads and interprets drawings, blueprints, and models (paper or digital) to follow work instructions.

• Applies hands-on aircraft manufacturing experience with both composite and metallic airframes.

• Understands proper drill speeds and feeds for materials being worked.

• Understands hole angularity and the importance of hole tolerances.

• Identifies, installs, and removes common aircraft fasteners.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of 5 to 10 years working with carbon fiber and fiberglass composite materials, assemblies, and tooling.

• Experience with precision drilling on composites and metal structures.

• Minimum of three years of experience with aircraft fabrication and assembly or equivalent industry experience.

• Hands-on experience in a precision manual manufacturing setting.

• Understanding and familiarity with multiple types of fasteners (Hi-Lite, Hi-Lok, Composi-Lok).

• Proficient in using specialized tools and equipment including drills, die grinders, and calipers.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and models.

• Demonstrated ability to use computer applications to follow manufacturing work instructions.

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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