C-130 Structures Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Sheet Metal Technician

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Job Description

This role focuses on the fabrication, maintenance, modification, and repair of complex aircraft structures and assemblies, with a strong emphasis on sheet metal work and structural integrity. You will train and lead teams of 10–15 technicians, ensure high-quality workmanship, and support both commercial and defense aircraft programs in a controlled shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Train and lead teams of approximately 10–15 technicians, providing clear direction, workflow management, and on-the-job coaching.
• Participate in calibration checks as needed to ensure tools and equipment operate within required tolerances.
• Fabricate complex assemblies composed of sheet metal, machined parts, and composite components in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform aircraft sheet metal repair and structural repair, including maintenance, modification, and component installation on various airframes.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble complex structural items and mechanical assemblies, ensuring alignment, fit, and function.
• Plan, lay out, fabricate, and install structural mechanical modifications and assemblies based on engineering instructions and technical documentation.
• Carry out fabrication, maintenance, modification, and repair on pressurized and non-pressurized structures, external structures, primary load-path structures, and heavy sheet metal and machined parts.
• Work on transparencies and operable control mechanisms such as links, latches, cables, and quadrants, ensuring proper operation and safety.
• Install wire harnesses and mechanical aspects of electrical components, following applicable standards and drawings.
• Assist and mentor team members in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical standards.
• Use and maintain a complete set of personal tools required to perform work accurately, efficiently, and safely.
• Adhere to applicable quality, regulatory, and industry standards such as FAR Part 25, MIL-STD-516, and internal quality inspection requirements.
• Support workflow and production goals by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely completion of assignments.
• Follow all safety, shop, and ITAR-related procedures while working in an open bay, air-controlled environment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• At least 3+ years of leadership experience specifically in workflow management.
• At least 5+ years of sheet metal experience, preferably in an aircraft or aerospace environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with aircraft sheet metal fabrication, repair, and structural modification.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Experience with quality inspection practices related to aircraft structures and assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and lay out structural mechanical modifications and assemblies.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as part of daily job duties.
• Ownership and proficient use of personal tools necessary to perform fabrication, repair, and installation tasks.
• Experience with C-130 or similar airframe structures, systems, and components (highly preferred).
• Familiarity with regulatory and industry standards such as FAR Part 25 and MIL-STD-516.
• Eligibility to work in an ITAR-regulated facility.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• FAA or A&P Certified Airframe License is a plus but not required.
• Experience working on defense aircraft and commercial aircraft structures.
• Experience with structural performance and safety standards (e.g., SPO-related work).
• Strong mentoring skills with the ability to guide less experienced technicians.
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality and safety.
• Effective communication skills to provide clear instructions and feedback within a team setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a smaller, collaborative organization where your feedback is actively welcomed and addressed on a weekly basis, giving you a real voice in how work gets done. The company offers a 4x10 schedule with Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays off, supporting a healthy work-life balance. You will receive medical coverage with 70% of healthcare costs paid, paid time off that includes 3 days granted automatically plus 2 weeks accrued, and 10 paid federal holidays. This environment values hands-on craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and open communication, providing a stable and supportive setting to grow your skills and career.

Work Environment

The role is based in an open bay shop environment that is air-controlled for comfort and consistent working conditions. You will work a 4x10 schedule, typically providing four ten-hour shifts with Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays off. The facility operates under ITAR regulations and supports both commercial and defense aircraft programs, with a strong focus on precision, safety, and compliance. You will regularly use your own personal tools along with calibrated shop equipment to perform fabrication, repair, and installation work on aircraft structures and assemblies.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Weeki Wachee, FL.

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $45.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Weeki Wachee,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.