Aircraft Structures Mechanic
$37 - $44 per hourAerotek
Structures Mechanic
Pay Rate: $37.00 - $44.00 an hour
Location: San Antonio, TX
Job Description
This role involves performing heavy structural repairs, maintenance, and modifications on F/A-18 Aircraft. The job requires expertise in using carbide drills and piloted reamers for Composite and Titanium drilling, and high-speed steel and Cobalt drills for Aluminum.
Responsibilities
- Conduct heavy structural repairs and maintenance on F/A-18 Aircraft.
- Execute modifications on aircraft structures, ensuring adherence to specifications.
- Utilize carbide drills and piloted reamers for precise drilling on Composite and Titanium materials.
- Employ high-speed steel and Cobalt drills for Aluminum modifications.
- Perform depot-level maintenance and equipment overhauls.
- Implement corrosion control measures on aircraft structures.
Essential Skills
- 3 - 8+ years of experience in depot-level or heavy checks on aircraft.
- Proficiency in structural repairs and modifications.
- Experience with sheet metal modifications.
- Knowledge of aircraft heavy maintenance procedures.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with military jets such as F/A-18F, F-18, and Super Hornet.
- Experience working with the Air Force, Navy, or Marines.
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic team working on the F-18 program for the Navy. San Antonio is set to become the hub for service life modification for F-18 aircraft, offering an opportunity to work on block 3 modifications to transform these jets into 5th generation fighters, the most tactical aircraft in the U.S. Navy inventory.
Work Environment
Work in a non-climate controlled, open-bay environment. Flexibility to work on either 1st Shift from 5:30am-2:30pm or 2nd Shift from 2pm-10:30pm, with optional overtime. Employees can expense $100 per year for Steel Toed Shoes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical 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 San Antonio, TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 2026.
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