Job Description

We are seeking skilled Structures Mechanics to support a high-profile aircraft program in San Antonio, TX. The role involves maintaining, repairing, and modifying aircraft structures and components, utilizing technical expertise to resolve complex issues. Candidates must have significant experience in aircraft heavy structures and demonstrate proficiency in working with various aircraft components and systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas.
• Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure.
• Conduct efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair.
• Access and manipulate computer systems for work instructions, drawings, and training.
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot-level modification and repair of structural parts.
• Provide professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufacturers manuals.
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft mechanical components, and replace components as necessary.
• Utilize aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, and micrometers.
• Provide guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.
• Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignments.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and permits as required for assigned work.
• Work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements, including weekends and holidays.

• 4+ years of on-aircraft heavy structures experience.
• Demonstrated experience in close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation on critical support structures.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft repair procedures, sheet metal/structural modifications, and repair.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures.
• Ability to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Knowledgeable in shop mathematics and practices.
• Experience with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures.
• Proficient in computer skills including aircraft-related systems and basic office software.

• Experience with VIP aircraft or specialty aircraft interiors installations within the last ten years.
• FAA certification in Airframe and/or Power Plant license is preferred.
• Ability to obtain customer approval for access, with a BG check conducted.

Join a dynamic team working on a prestigious aircraft program with opportunities for growth and development. Benefit from a generous per diem and the chance to contribute to a leading aerospace project. Our work environment promotes collaboration and innovation, offering a rewarding experience for dedicated professionals.

Work Environment

The work environment involves exposure to noise and working on elevated platforms. Employees must use personal protective gear and have the ability to lift loads up to 35 pounds. The role requires frequent standing, walking, and balancing on ladders or uneven surfaces. Candidates should be prepared to work variable shifts and occasional overtime to meet project demands.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of SAN ANTONIO, TX.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 28, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.