Aircraft Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Aircraft Technician

Job Description

The Aircraft Technician performs disassembly and assembly of aircraft components, including wings, fuselage, and landing gear, in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and maintenance procedures. This role includes cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing aircraft structures and systems, as well as performing A-checks on Boeing aircraft. The technician uses a variety of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure all work meets stringent safety, quality, and regulatory standards for commercial and widebody aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and assemble aircraft parts such as wings, fuselage, and landing gear following engineering drawings, maintenance manuals, and technical specifications.
• Clean, inspect, and repair aircraft components and structures, identifying wear, damage, and discrepancies and performing corrective actions as required.
• Perform A-checks and other routine line maintenance tasks on Boeing aircraft, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and company procedures.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to complete assemblies, adjustments, and repairs accurately and safely.
• Conduct troubleshooting on airframe and related systems to diagnose issues and determine appropriate repair or maintenance actions.
• Carry out heavy maintenance and repair work on widebody and commercial aircraft in accordance with approved maintenance programs.
• Perform detailed inspections on aircraft and components to verify airworthiness, documenting findings and maintenance actions clearly and accurately.
• Follow established maintenance, repair, and quality control procedures to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance with aviation standards.
• Collaborate with other technicians and maintenance personnel to coordinate work, share technical information, and meet operational schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in the hangar and on the line, adhering to all safety policies and practices.
• Support maintenance activities across multiple airline contracts as assigned, adapting to different aircraft types and operational requirements.
• Use technical training and continuous improvement principles to enhance maintenance practices and contribute to overall service quality.

Essential Skills

• Experience in aircraft maintenance and repair, with hands-on work on commercial aircraft airframes.
• Ability to perform disassembly and assembly of aircraft components, including wings, fuselage, and landing gear, using engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments in an aviation maintenance environment.
• Knowledge of A-checks and line maintenance procedures for Boeing aircraft.
• Understanding of airframe systems, widebody aircraft maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, inspection, and heavy maintenance practices.
• Back ground in aviation or military aviation maintenance environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to diagnose airframe and related system issues and determine appropriate repairs.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and adherence to aviation maintenance standards and regulations.
• Ability to work flexible shifts in a 24-hour operation and adapt to changing schedules after training.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Boeing or Airbus aircraft maintenance experience is highly desirable.
• Experience working on widebody and commercial aircraft platforms is advantageous.
• Familiarity with line maintenance operations on aircraft such as B787 and A350 is beneficial.
• Airframe-related training or certification is preferred.
• Willingness to obtain and use required personal tools; a detailed tool list is provided during onboarding.
• Interest in professional growth, with potential career progression into lead and supervisory maintenance roles.
• Ability to work effectively within a team supporting multiple airline contracts.

Why Work Here?

You will join a leading maintenance, repair, and overhaul organization recognized as a national leader in aircraft line maintenance engineering, with advanced repair capabilities and approvals for current and next-generation aircraft. The company emphasizes technical training, uncompromising quality controls, and continuous improvement, providing a strong foundation for professional development. With a broad network of line stations worldwide and a high volume of serviced flights, you gain exposure to diverse operations and aircraft types. Safety and quality are top priorities, and there is clear potential for career progression, including opportunities to move into lead and supervisory roles within a few years.

Work Environment

Work takes place in a busy hangar environment at a major international airport, supporting a 24-hour operation. Technicians typically work a four-day, ten-hour shift schedule, with specific shifts assigned after training to meet operational needs. The role supports maintenance across multiple airline contracts and involves working on commercial and widebody aircraft in an active hangar and ramp setting. The environment is hands-on and tool-intensive, requiring the regular use of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments. Technicians are expected to follow all safety procedures and maintain a professional appearance appropriate for an aircraft maintenance hangar and airport setting.

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

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $42.00/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 Miami,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 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.