Aircraft Structures Engineer

M1 Support Services; Nellis Air Force Base Census-Designated Place (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and Dependent Life

AD&D

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

M1 Support Services, a defense contractor, seeks an Aircraft Structures Engineer to review submissions, coordinate with engineering and QA, and develop aircraft components and repairs in accordance with program requirements.

The role involves planning feasibility, directing installation and testing, and creating technical documentation while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with USAF standards.

Qualifications

• Five years of liaison or repair engineering experience with aircraft structures.
• Proficiency with aerospace maintenance standards and USAF guidelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in engineering contexts.

Responsibilities

• Review submissions and coordinate with engineering groups and QA.
• Develop aircraft components/structures/repairs per program requirements.
• Plan and assess feasibility of projects based on resources and demand.
• Direct installation, testing, and maintenance of aircraft components/equipment.
• Create tooling with CAD to support maintenance tasks.
• Produce technical documentation and reports.

Skills

Aircraft structures

CAD/Engineering thinking

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

M1 Support Services, LP300 N. Elm Street, Suite 101Denton, TX 76201m1services.comAircraft Structures Engineer

Location Nellis AFB, NV
Job Posting No 113942
Start Date TBD
Contract ACES NAMIV
Salary Range DOE
Posting Date 03/17/2026
Union No
FLSA Status Exempt
Shift Work Possible FT/PT Full-time
Relocation No
Travel Possible

Job Summary:Qualifications and Experience:Working Conditions:

• Reviews TO 00-25-107 submissions and responses.o Partner with SPO Engineering groups and Government Quality Assuranceo Propose technically sound dispositions that match capabilities of shop and work force
• Develops new or improved aircraft components/structures/repairs on Program assigned aircraft fleets IAW PWS, Army,USAF, USN, FAA, industry standards, and company policies.
• Analyzes technology, resource needs, and maintenance demand to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Plans and directs the installation, testing, operation and maintenance of aircraft components and equipment.
• Authors & reviews updates and corrections to technical orders (AFTO Form 22)
• Create or work with CAD (Solidworks, CATIA) to create tooling as required to facilitate maintenance
• Develop technical documentation including presentations, reports, drawings, and other engineering data
• Develops and sustains a culture of safety, quality compliance, and professionalism.
• Ensures compliance with directives, technical manuals, work standards, safety procedures, and company policies relatingto airfield operations.
• Five years of liaison or repair engineering experience of aircraft structures.
• Bachelor Degree in Engineering required.o Preferably Structural, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
• Specific knowledge of aircraft structural configuration, structural load path, design of repairs, standard repairs, repairmethods repair materials, sheet metal, machinings and composites.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (or higher, if required).
• Comprehensive understanding of maintenanceand quality control procedures in an USAF aviation environment.
• Line maintenance and intermediate maintenance experience preferred.
• Familiarity with USAF Engineering, IETMs, AFTO Form 22, and Aircraft Structural Integrity Program and technology
• Must possess competent computer skills.
• Must speak, read, write, and understand English with the ability to interpret technical data andspecial operating instructions in the same language.
• Must be able to move about both inside aircraft hangars and outside on aircraft ramps within close proximity of running equipmentand aircraft.
• Must be reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while maintaining a professional and non-confrontational attitude.
• Must be physically capable of performing all assigned duties.
• Environment ranges from office, hangar and flightline and requires extensive climbing, standing,stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands.
• Performs any other supportive duties as assigned.

M1 Support Services, headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenanceservices to the Department of Defense and government agencies.

M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life andDependent Life
• AD&D
• Short-and Long-term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health anddependent care expenses
• free Employee Assistance Program