Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

Pay Rate: $35.00 - $45.00 an hour (per diem split for eligible candidates)

Location: San Antonio, TX

Open to any airframe experience

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.
• History working with the Air Force, Navy, or Marines.

Work Environment

The work environment includes two shifts: 1st shift from 5:30 am to 2:30 pm and 2nd shift from 2 pm to 10:30 pm, with optional overtime. You must be open to working any shift. The work is conducted in an open-bay, non-climate controlled environment. Employees are eligible to 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 Jul 24, 2026.