Aerospace Structural Maintenance Technician

Aerospace Structural Maintenance Technician

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career customer-oriented Aerospace Structural Maintenance Technician to join our team in Panama City, FL. This is an onsite position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Inspect weapon system structures for damage, corrosion, fatigue, and other issues
• Conduct repairs and modifications to weapon system surfaces and structural components
• Remove and install weapon system components including panels, rivets, fasteners, skins, and frameworks
• Perform fabrication, repair, and modification of aircraft or similar weapon systems and ground support equipment components using advanced metalworking techniques
• Perform set up and operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other precision machine tools
• Perform heat treatment processes including annealing, tempering, and case hardening
• Utilize blueprints, technical drawings, and maintenance manuals to execute repair tasks
• Operate tools such as shears, brakes, rivet guns, and hand tools in the fabrication and assembly of weapon system parts
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and ensure compliance with technical and safety standards
• Ability to use precision measuring tools and perform layout and fabrication work

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years in aircraft, LCAC or similar weapon system sheet metal structural assembly or a combination of aircraft structural assembly and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) experience
• Proficiency in using hand tools and machinery related to sheet metal work and knowledge of aircraft fasteners and applications
• Strong understanding of structural maintenance or metal fabrication techniques, materials, and safety standards
• Experience in aircraft, LCAC or other similar weapon systems metals, composites, and repair procedures
• Proficient in reading and interpreting aircraft technical data and schematics

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a DoW aircraft maintenance, LCAC or equivalent aerospace fabrication environment
• Familiarity with military maintenance documentation systems
• Formal technical training in aircraft structural repair (e.g., USAF 2A7X3 or equivalent)

Clearance Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship required and an active Secret clearance or ability to obtain an Interim Secret before starting

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Must be able to ascend/descend ladders and work at elevated heights.
• Must be able to move, lift, and position heavy aircraft components and tools (up to 50 lbs).
• Frequently works in enclosed hangars or outdoor flight line environments with exposure to weapon system noise and environmental elements.
• Must be able to work in various positions and locations including in and around a Navy LCAC.

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at and provide your name and contact information.