Structures Technician

Aerotek; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Spending Account

Transit benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek seeks a Structures Technician to support Metrea Aerospace Engineering by executing rapid modification and fielding of mission-specific aircraft with precision.

Responsibilities include interpreting engineering documents, laying out and machining primary/secondary structures, and installing ISR structures while ensuring safety and quality compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of aircraft structural repair and fabrication experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, STCs, SRMs, and installation instructions.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in aircraft structural repair and fabrication, including fitting complex parts into assemblies.
• Experience using precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and dial indicators.
• Experience with standard enterprise IT utilities.

Responsibilities

• Interpret STCs, engineering orders, and installation drawings to plan and execute structural modification work scopes.
• Lay out, drill, ream, and countersink primary and secondary structures to tight tolerances using approved tools and processes.
• Perform structural repairs and fabrications in accordance with the applicable SRM and approved repair data.
• Install ISR and mission system structures, including sensor mounts, antenna supports, radomes, and equipment racks.
• Remove, modify, and reinstall panels, fairings, and access doors as required to accomplish STC and ISR modifications.
• Collaborate with engineering to clarify design intent, resolve interference issues, and provide as-built feedback and redlines.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions, edge distances, and hole quality meet drawing and specification requirements.
• Assist in developing and improving fabrication and installation processes to increase quality, repeatability, and efficiency.

Skills

Read drawings

STCs/SRMs interpretation

Precision measurement

Fabrication/assembly

Aircraft structure repair

Precision tooling usage

Enterprise IT utilities

Tools

AMOS

Electronic task cards

Calibration tools

Job description

Job Title: Structures Technician

Job Description

The role involves contributing to the Metrea Aerospace Engineering Group by executing the rapid modification and fielding of mission-specific aircraft. This position requires expertise in interpreting engineering documents and performing structural modifications with precision.

Responsibilities

• Interpret STCs, engineering orders, and installation drawings to plan and execute structural modification work scopes.

• Lay out, drill, ream, and countersink primary and secondary structures to tight tolerances using approved tools and processes.

• Perform structural repairs and fabrications in accordance with the applicable Structural Repair Manual (SRM) and approved repair data.

• Install ISR and mission system structures, including sensor mounts, antenna supports, radomes, and equipment racks.

• Remove, modify, and reinstall panels, fairings, and access doors as required to accomplish STC and ISR modifications.

• Collaborate with engineering to clarify design intent, resolve interference issues, and provide as-built feedback and redlines.

• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions, edge distances, and hole quality meet drawing and specification requirements.

• Assist in developing and improving fabrication and installation processes to increase quality, repeatability, and efficiency.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 3 years of aircraft structural repair and fabrication experience.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, STCs, SRMs, and installation instructions.

• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

• Experience in aircraft structural repair and fabrication, including fitting complex parts into assemblies.

• Experience using precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and dial indicators.

• Experience with standard enterprise IT utilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Working knowledge of 14 CFR Part 21 and adjacent processes.

• Prior experience in aircraft modification, military integration programs, or special mission aircraft.

• Familiarity with King Air, Challenger, Global, or similar special-mission/ISR-modified aircraft.

• Experience using digital maintenance systems like electronic task cards and AMOS for work control and signoff.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team that values safety, quality, and innovation. Enjoy opportunities for career growth and development in a supportive and engaging work environment.

Work Environment

The role involves working in a high-tech aerospace environment, utilizing advanced tools and technologies to ensure precision and quality in aircraft modifications. The position requires adherence to formal procedures and safety standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Petersburg, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $52.00/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 Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. Petersburg,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

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.

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.