Structure Technician

Aerospace Structure Technician, Long Beach, CA

Pay: $25/hr-$40/hr

4 month Contract to Hire

1st shift: 5am to 330pm

2nd shift: 3pm to 130am

Job Description

As a Structure Technician, you will be responsible for drilling precision holes on flight hardware using appropriate tools and jigs. You will also assemble hardware using structural adhesives, correctly torque fasteners, install inserts, or hiloks. Performing in-process inspections with micrometers, calipers, and pin gauges, along with blending or deburring operations using suitable hand or power tools, will be crucial. Additionally, you will protect hardware with alodine or sealant.

*Anyone with experience in drilling, assembly or structures from any industry is invited to apply!

Responsibilities

• Drill precision holes on flight hardware using suitable drill motors and sizes.

• Assemble hardware using structural adhesives and properly torque fasteners.

• Install inserts and hiloks as needed.

• Perform in-process inspections using tools like micrometers and calipers.

• Conduct blending or deburr operations with appropriate tools.

• Protect hardware using alodine or sealant.

Essential Skills

• Experience with structural components and aerospace materials.

• Proficiency in pneumatic drilling and working with aluminum.

• Knowledge in using torque wrenches and precision tolerance techniques.

• Familiarity with structural bonding and helicoil.

• Capability in bond prepping and mechanical assembly.

• Expertise in rivet installation and using fastening tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of 5S organizational methodology.

• Forklift operation certification.

• Experience as a structures mechanic from any industry

• Ability to solve technical problems, such as explaining the process of drilling a half-inch hole.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that offers innovative opportunities in the space industry, promoting long-term career growth and development.

Work Environment

The role is based in an aerospace warehouse environment, where you will work with advanced technologies and tools.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Costa Mesa, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Costa Mesa,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 30, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.