Structures Technician

Job Title: Structures Technician/Composite Tech

Job Description

The Structures Technician assembles and integrates spacecraft structural components, subassemblies, and mechanical systems in a clean room environment. This role focuses on precision assembly of metallic and composite structures, installation of aerospace fasteners, and close collaboration with engineering and quality teams to ensure every spacecraft structure meets exacting aerospace standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble spacecraft structural components, subassemblies, and mechanical systems in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Install fasteners such as rivets, bolts, nut plates, and specialty aerospace hardware using correct torque values and approved installation procedures.
• Perform drilling, reaming, countersinking, deburring, and precision fitting of structural components to meet design requirements.
• Assemble and bond composite and metallic structures used in satellite frames, panels, and deployable systems.
• Carry out precision alignment and fit-up of structural assemblies to achieve required engineering tolerances.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to resolve build issues, troubleshoot assembly challenges, and improve assembly processes.
• Maintain strict compliance with quality standards, documentation requirements, and configuration control procedures.
• Inspect completed work for dimensional accuracy, structural integrity, and workmanship prior to formal quality verification.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively for structural assembly and sheet metal repair tasks.
• Maintain tools, fixtures, and workstations in accordance with safety guidelines and 5S organizational practices.
• Support spacecraft integration activities, including structural modifications and repairs, as production needs arise.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in aerospace structures assembly, aircraft structures, or precision mechanical assembly.
• Proven experience installing aerospace fasteners, rivets, and structural hardware.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Midland, TX.

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $42.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Midland,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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 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.