Senior Aircraft Technician

JOB TITLE: Senior Aircraft Technician LOCATION: Dallas, TX PAY RATE: $37.86/hour Job Details Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension) Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna) Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S. Qualifying Questions Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations? Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role? Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary? Summary Perform scheduled maintenance, servicing, troubleshooting, and repair of aircraft mechanical systems. Complete maintenance tasks within quoted or standard CMP timelines. Provide work direction and mentorship to assigned technicians while promoting safety and quality standards. Support team leadership and act on behalf of the Mechanical Team Lead (MTL) when assigned. Coordinate with Inspection teams to ensure FAA and internal compliance requirements are met. Complete work order sign-offs, shift turnovers, and maintenance documentation accurately and on time. Operate and oversee ground support equipment, including hydraulic rigs, power supplies, nitrogen filler carts, and oxygen service equipment. Coordinate aircraft movement and support removal/installation of major components. Train new employees on CMP maintenance manuals, SRMs, IPC usage, and major component maintenance. Coordinate repairs and overhauls of customer property with internal departments. Use material tracking systems to create parts demand and charge labor to work orders. Maintain clean and safe work environments through 6S and Lean initiatives. Support aircraft certification and final phase testing, including flight tests as required. Requirements High School Diploma or GED required. 4+ years of aviation maintenance experience, including 3+ years working on mid-to-large aircraft . FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate required. Valid Driver’s License required. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Advanced knowledge of aircraft inspection and maintenance procedures across multiple aircraft systems and models. Strong understanding of technical reference materials, including maintenance manuals, IPCs, service bulletins, structural repair manuals, and engineering drawings. Working knowledge of FAA regulations, Repair Station requirements, Quality Control manuals, and company procedures . Strong communication and teamwork skills. Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR). #J-18808-Ljbffr The Structures Company, LLC