Structures Technician

Job Title: Structures Technician

Job Description

The Structures Technician is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and company standards. This position involves scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in hangar environments, real-time line maintenance, and rapid-response AOG support.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy maintenance, modifications, and overhauls on aircraft systems and structures in hangar environments.
• Use technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics to guide repairs accurately.
• Document all work performed in accordance with regulatory and company procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Service Bulletins during maintenance.
• Conduct pre-flight, post-flight, and turnaround inspections to ensure aircraft readiness.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during aircraft operations efficiently.
• Replace components and perform minor repairs to maintain aircraft readiness.
• Coordinate with flight crews and dispatch for real-time updates during line maintenance.
• Respond to urgent aircraft issues that prevent flight operations, providing AOG support.
• Travel to remote locations as needed to perform repairs under time-sensitive conditions.
• Communicate effectively with operations and maintenance control to expedite solutions.

Essential Skills

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial aircraft maintenance (e.g., B737, A320, B747).
• Strong understanding of FAA regulations and aircraft systems.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and test instruments.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) environments.
• Familiarity with hazardous material handling.
• Ability to obtain airport SIDA badge
• Sheet metal, structures, aircraft structures experience.
• Modification or repair experience.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and perform overhead work.
• Capable of standing, kneeling, and walking for extended periods.

Why Work Here?

This position offers a long-term opportunity with competitive pay. The company values urgency in getting aircraft back in service and provides a dynamic work environment. Employees have the chance to work in a fast-paced setting, with the potential for growth and advancement.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily in a hangar setting, with current operations during the day shift from Monday to Friday. There is potential for adding a second and third shift, so flexibility on shift availability is preferred. Employees are expected to have their own tools, which must be kept in a box but do not need to be shadowed or etched.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Birmingham, AL.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Birmingham,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.

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.