Aircraft Structural Technician

Aerotek; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Englewood, CO is seeking an Aircraft Structural Technician to perform classified heavy modifications on fixed-wing military aircraft, plus depot‑level maintenance and service extensions. The role requires strong sheet metal fabrication, blueprint interpretation, and rivet gun skills.

Shifts vary, with four ten-hour days or five eight-hour days; a U.S. Secret Clearance may be pursued. This is a contract-to-hire position with full medical benefits and onsite support.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Aircraft experience

Airframe schematics

Sheet metal work

Aircraft modification

Depot-level maintenance

Rivet guns

Sheet metal fabrication

Maintenance repair

Aviation maintenance familiarity

Military aircraft experience

Job description

Job Title: Aircraft Structural Technician

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.

Essential Skills

• 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.

Work Environment

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.

• 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Englewood, CO.

Application Deadline

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

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.