Aircraft Structural Technician

Aerotek; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Aircraft Structural Technician in Englewood, CO to perform classified heavy modifications and depot-level maintenance on fixed-wing military aircraft. The role requires hands-on sheet metal fabrication, blueprint interpretation, and rivet work in a climate-controlled hangar.

Shifts are typically first shift with potential for second shifts; contract-to-hire with full benefits and eligibility for U.S. Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of aviation structures experience for those with military experience.
• 3+ years of total experience for those with civilian experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform classified heavy modifications on various fixed-wing military aircraft.
• Conduct service extensions and depot-level maintenance.
• Execute C/D level heavy checks on the aircraft.
• Experience with aircraft, airframe, and blueprint schematics.
• Proficiency in sheet metal work and aircraft modification.
• Ability to perform depot-level maintenance and sheet metal fabrication.
• Skilled in aircraft maintenance repair, rivet guns, and sheet metal repair.
• Familiarity with aviation maintenance and modification.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

Sheet metal work

Blueprint interpretation

Rivet work

Tools

Rivet guns

Calipers

Fabrication tools

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Aircraft Structural Technician to join our team. This position involves performing classified heavy modifications on various fixed-wing military aircraft, along with service extensions, depot-level maintenance, and other C/D level heavy checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform classified heavy modifications on various fixed-wing military aircraft.
• Conduct service extensions and depot-level maintenance.
• Execute C/D level heavy checks on the aircraft.
• Experience with aircraft, airframe, and blueprint schematics.
• Proficiency in sheet metal work and aircraft modification.
• Ability to perform depot-level maintenance and sheet metal fabrication.
• Skilled in aircraft maintenance repair, rivet guns, and sheet metal repair.
• Familiarity with aviation maintenance and modification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Must own tools with the toolbox shadowed and tools etched or colored by Day 1.
• Pass a basic sheet metal test on Day One.
• 6+ years of aviation structures experience for those with military experience.
• 3+ years of total experience for those with civilian experience.

Why Work Here?

This role offers a unique opportunity to work for a mission-driven company focused on protecting the American warfighter. Enjoy excellent career growth potential with a company that has been expanding for 13 consecutive years. Benefit from job security with long-term contracts awarded. Work onsite with Aerotek representatives available to support all your needs. Enjoy full medical benefits and the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

The position is based in a climate-controlled, FAA-regulated hangar. Shifts can vary depending on the hangar and program, with most employees working on the first shift. Flexibility to work second shifts is required if needed. Typical work schedules include four ten-hour days or five eight-hour days, with rare weekend work.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Englewood, CO.

Pay and Benefits

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

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Englewood, CO.

Equal Opportunity Employer If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail] . Aerotek provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Aerotek are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Aerotek does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color and religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disabilities or any other characteristics protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.