Job Title: Aircraft Structural MechanicJob Description
We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Structural Mechanic to work on F/A-18E, F/A-18F, F-18, and Super Hornet fighter jets. This role involves performing aircraft modifications, structural repairs, and sheet-metal modifications, with a focus on corrosion and high locks.
Responsibilities
- Perform depot-level and heavy checks on various aircraft.
- Conduct equipment overhauls and modifications.
- Execute structural repairs and sheet-metal modifications.
- Address and prevent corrosion issues.
- Work on high lock installations and other structural components.
Essential Skills- Minimum of 5-7 recent years of experience performing depot-level/heavy checks on aircraft.
- Experience with aircraft modifications and equipment overhauls.
- Proficiency in structural and sheet-metal repairs.
- Knowledge of corrosion prevention and treatment.
- Ability to work on high locks and other structural components.
Additional Skills & Qualifications- Experience working on military aircraft such as F/A-18E, F/A-18F, F-18, and Super Hornet.
Why Work Here?San Antonio is becoming a central hub for service life modification on F-18 aircraft. You will have the opportunity to work on block 3 modifications, transforming these aircraft into 5th generation fighters, the most tactical in the U.S. Navy inventory.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, Texas. We offer per diem split to qualifying candidates.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $37.00 - $40.00
• 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 San Antonio,TX.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 13, 2025.
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.
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