Aircraft Structures Mechanic

The Structures Company; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Job summary

The Structures Company is seeking an Aircraft Structures Mechanic at Beale AFB, CA to perform structural modification tasks and lay out, fabricate, assemble, install, and repair aircraft structures per engineering drawings. Work from manuals, ensure FAA compliance, and support modifications on internal and external structures.

This contract (11 months) requires an Active Secret security clearance, U.S. person per ITAR, and flexibility for surge workloads; vaccination or approved accommodation is

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance required to start (DoD/ITAR)
• COVID-19 vaccination or approved accommodation for access to government installations
• Prior training in FOD and Tool Control preferred
• Prior training in Non-powered Ground Support Equipment preferred
• Prior training in Egress Systems Familiarization preferred
• Prior training in HAZMAT Storage and Handling preferred
• Prior training in Aircraft records management preferred
• Ability to work 5/8s with 6/10s to 6/12 surge as required
• DoD per diem for Beale location available

Responsibilities

• Plans aircraft structural modification tasks.
• Lays out internal and external aircraft structures and surfaces.
• Fabricates aircraft structural components and assemblies.
• Assembles aircraft structures and surfaces for modification.
• Installs aircraft structures and surfaces for modification.
• Repairs internal and external aircraft structures and surfaces.
• Works from technical manuals and engineering drawings.
• Ensures compliance with FAA regulations.
• Performs aircraft modification work on internal and external structures.
• Supports aircraft structural surface repairs and installations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Tools

FOD & Tool Control

Job description

JOB TITLE: Aircraft Structures Mechanic LOCATION: Beale AFB, CA PAY RATE: $40-48/hour

Job Details

• Job Type: Contract (11 months with potential for extension)
• Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance required to 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. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?
• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary

• Plans aircraft structural modification tasks.
• Lays out internal and external aircraft structures and surfaces.
• Fabricates aircraft structural components and assemblies.
• Assembles aircraft structures and surfaces for modification.
• Installs aircraft structures and surfaces for modification.
• Repairs internal and external aircraft structures and surfaces.
• Works from technical manuals and engineering drawings.
• Ensures compliance with FAA regulations.
• Performs aircraft modification work on internal and external structures.
• Supports aircraft structural surface repairs and installations.

Requirements

• Active Secret Security Clearance required to start.
• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
• COVID-19 vaccination or approved accommodation required for access to government installations.
• Prior training in FOD and Tool Control preferred.
• Prior training in Non-powered Ground Support Equipment preferred.
• Prior training in Egress Systems Familiarization preferred.
• Prior training in HAZMAT Storage and Handling preferred.
• Prior training in Aircraft records management preferred.
• Ability to work 5/8s with 6/10s to 6/12 surge as required.
• DoD per diem for Beale location available.

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 leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person (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