Aircraft Structures Mechanic - Contract (Pay Preview Inside)

VP Aviation Technical Services; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 2,839,000 - 3,312,000; Full time

Job summary

VP Aviation Technical Services in Jacksonville, FL is seeking Structures Mechanics for heavy maintenance and C-checks on Boeing and Airbus aircraft. This open-ended contract offers long-term work for experienced technicians, with shifts available on first and second.

Pay ranges $1,200–$1,400 per week for 40 hours, with per diem potential for qualified candidates; exact pay shown by VP Aviation recruiters after applying.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of commercial aircraft structures experience.
• Heavy maintenance or C-check experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft structural repair methods and documentation.
• Ability to fabricate, repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures.
• Must have your own tools and reliable transportation.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Must be able to work any shift as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural repairs during heavy maintenance and C-checks on Boeing and Airbus aircraft.
• Fabricate, repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structural components.
• Read and interpret manuals, blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Complete all assigned work per approved maintenance procedures.
• Accurately document all maintenance performed.
• Use hand tools, gauges, measuring equipment, and specialty tools for repairs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Work effectively with fellow technicians to meet production schedules.

Skills

Aircraft structures experience

Heavy maintenance experience

Shift flexibility

Ability to fabricate/repair

Tools

Hand tools

Gauges

Measuring equipment

Specialty tools

Own tools

Reliable transportation

Job description

VP Aviation is hiring Structures Mechanics for heavy maintenance and C-checks on Boeing and Airbus aircraft in Jacksonville, Florida. This is an open-ended contract offering long-term work for experienced aircraft structures mechanics. If you like the work and the customer likes your performance, you can stay as long as you want.

Pay ranges from $1,200.00 to $1,400.00 per week at 40 hours not including overtime. For exact pay rates including per diem (if qualified) please apply and a VP Aviation recruiter will contact you directly.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural repairs during heavy maintenance and C-checks on Boeing and Airbus aircraft.

• Fabricate, repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structural components.

• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints, schematics, engineering drawings, and technical data.

• Complete all assigned work in accordance with approved maintenance procedures.

• Accurately document all maintenance performed.

• Use hand tools, gauges, measuring equipment, and specialty tools required for aircraft structural repairs.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Work effectively with fellow technicians to meet production schedules.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of commercial aircraft structures experience.

• Previous heavy maintenance or C-check experience preferred.

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft structural repair methods and maintenance documentation.

• Ability to fabricate, repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures.

• Must have your own tools and reliable transportation.

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

• Must be able to work any shift as assigned.

Schedule

Candidates must be available to work any shift. Shift assignments may change based on operational needs.

First Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Second Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Why Work with VP Aviation?

VP Aviation provides experienced aircraft maintenance professionals to MROs, airlines, repair stations, and aircraft operators throughout the United States.

Whether you're looking for your next contract assignment or a long-term opportunity, our recruiters work directly with experienced aviation professionals to connect them with quality positions across the country.