Aircraft Structures Mechanic – Housing Support, 600 Per Diem – DEFENSE

San Antonio, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB TITLE: Aircraft Structures Mechanic Housing Support $600 Per Diem DEFENSE
LOCATION: San Antonio TX
PAY RATE: $45-50/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 (post-start)
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 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 close tolerance drilling reaming removal and installation on critical and fracture-critical structures
Install new structural items locate blind holes and perform sealing painting shimming and preservation per standard repair processes
Read and interpret engineering drawings technical orders process specifications and retrofit requirements
Access and use computer systems daily for work instructions drawings and training
Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot-level modification and repair of structural parts
Troubleshoot and repair aircraft components including flight controls engines hydraulics pneumatics fuel systems and mechanical systems
Lead or mentor less senior technicians; provide guidance and technical expertise for complex tasks
Operate forklifts mobile cranes and riding-type electric powered elevating equipment
Maintain certifications licenses and permits required for assigned work
Work various shifts including weekends and holidays; may require scheduled and unscheduled overtime
Work 100% onsite with potential travel up to 25%

Requirements:

Secret clearance (post-start)
4 years of on-aircraft heavy structures experience; include aircraft platform and years of experience on resume
Experience with close tolerance drilling reaming removal and installation of critical support structures including doublers triplers seat tracks planks stringers etc.
Ability to obtain customer approval for aircraft access (dual or prior foreign citizenship may limit eligibility)
Experience with non-porous metals (aluminum titanium stainless)
Proficiency in reading schematics assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
Experience with hand tools for structures (drills countersinks rivet guns hole finders adapters)
Knowledge of shop mathematics and practices
Proficient computer skills including aircraft systems and basic office software
Ability to obtain customer access approval; will undergo 3rd party background check
Ascend/descend ladders work in confined spaces lift up to 35 lbs (2-person lift for >50 lbs)
Frequent overhead reaching walking standing and balancing on ladders or uneven surfaces
Occasional climbing squatting crawling bending stooping sitting lying down and operating foot controls
Frequent exposure to noise and occasional contact with metals
Use personal protective equipment as required
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with VIP or specialty aircraft interiors within the last 10 years
Depot-level heavy structures maintenance experience
FAA Airframe and/or Power Plant certification

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 major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a 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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JOB TITLE: Aircraft Structures Mechanic Housing Support $600 Per Diem DEFENSE LOCATION: San Antonio TX PAY RATE: $45-50/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...