Structures Technician

Aerotek; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Columbus, MS seeks a Structures Technician to perform sheetmetal installations and structural modifications on Airbus Helicopters airframes. The role requires precise layout, cutting, and fitting in a hangar/Completion Center environment.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in structures, familiarity with rotary wing aircraft, and strong sheet metal skills for repairs and modifications. This is a contract, fully onsite position with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of structures experience.
• Experience with rotary wing aircraft preferred.
• Competency in aircraft sheet metal, structural repair, maintenance, and modification.

Responsibilities

• Perform sheetmetal installations and fittings on multiple Airbus Helicopters airframes, including H145, H125, H130, H135, H160, and UH-72A.
• Conduct layout of sheetmetal parts by measuring and scribing in preparation for cutting and forming operations.
• Execute installations of major and minor modifications per STC instructions.
• Engage in cutting, joining, and clearance of sheetmetal structures per design drawings.

Skills

Structures experience

Rotary wing experience

Sheet metal / structural repair

Job description

Job Title: Structures Technician

Job Description

We are seeking skilled Structures Technicians to perform structural completions and installations on LUH-72, H-145, and H-125 helicopters. This role involves working with various Airbus Helicopters airframes, ensuring precision and quality in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform sheetmetal installations and fittings on multiple Airbus Helicopters airframes, including H145, H125, H130, H135, H160, and UH-72A.

• Conduct layout of sheetmetal parts by measuring and scribing in preparation for cutting and forming operations.

• Execute installations of major and minor modifications per STC instructions.

• Engage in cutting, joining, and clearance of sheetmetal structures per design drawings.

Essential Skills

• 6+ years of experience in structures.

• Experience with rotary wing aircraft is preferred.

• Competency in aircraft sheet metal, structural repair, maintenance, and modification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Helicopter experience is preferred but not required.

• Fixed wing experience considered with heavy modification and/or repair expertise.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy working in a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility equipped with all necessary tools. Employees and contractors are treated exceptionally well, with competitive pay and options for long-term contracting or direct conversion.

Work Environment

The job is based in a Hangar/Completion Center.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of COLUMBUS, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $42.50/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & visionCritical 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 COLUMBUS,MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 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 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.