• A&P Licensed Mechanic: $65/hour (structures, per diem), $50/hour (structures, local)
• Unlicensed Mechanic: $60/hour (structures, per diem), $45/hour (structures, local)
• Security Clearance Sponsorship Offered. Must meet clearance requirements.

• 4+ years of aircraft heavy maintenance or structures experience. Please clearly indicate on your resume your aircraft platform experience and years of experience with aircraft maintenance and modifications.
• Demonstrated experience with preserving aircraft structure, sealing, shimming, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and retrofit requirements to perform modifications and aircraft servicing.
• Demonstrated experience on close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures including doublers, triplers, seat tracks, planks, stringers, etc.
• The ability to obtain customer approval for aircraft access - Boeing badge and security clearance

• We are seeking experienced structures mechanics to support the VC-25B Program in San Antonio, TX. The selected candidate will maintain, repair, and modify aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty.
• This includes maintaining and repairing aircraft components such as flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• The role requires applying technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems to determine equipment malfunctions and restore equipment condition or operation.
• The mechanic will also solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufacturers manuals.

• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas.
• Locate blind holes necessary for the installation of new structural items to existing structures.
• Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair.
• Access and manipulate computer systems daily for work instructions, drawings, and training.
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts.
• Provide guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.
• Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignments.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and permits as required for assigned work.
• Work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements, including weekends and holidays.
• Prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Make entries in aircraft logs and records as required.

Opportunity to work for one of the largest DOD and Commercial Aircraft Companies. Offering a per diem rate and additional weekly compensation for eligible positions. This role provides significant exposure to advanced aircraft structures and systems, allowing for professional growth and development.

Work Environment

This position requires the ability to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds. There will be exposure to noise and working on elevated platforms. Personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hands, and arms is required. Candidates must pass visual acuity and color perception tests, be able to read, write, and comprehend the English language, handle hazardous materials, and maintain necessary training certifications. Work may require frequent standing, walking, climbing, and reaching overhead, as well as occasional finger manipulation, balancing on ladders, and working in various positions. Candidates must be available to work variable shifts based on business needs, including weekends and holidays. Mission requirements may necessitate both scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of SAN ANTONIO, TX.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr.

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 San Antonio,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2025.

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.