Aircraft Structures Mechanic

Job Title: Aircraft Structures Mechanic

Job Description

This role focuses on structural work on military rotary-wing aircraft, primarily performing the first half of a reset by breaking down the aircraft and depopulating parts and components. You will use your structural modification and repair experience to support programs on platforms such as the Boeing Apache, SH-60, and CH-47, ensuring high-quality workmanship in a controlled, air-conditioned facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural work on aircraft, including modification and repair of airframe components.
• Support the first half of aircraft reset activities by breaking down the aircraft and depopulating parts and components in an organized and traceable manner.
• Remove, handle, and prepare structural parts and components for inspection, repair, or replacement according to established procedures.
• Install and re-install structural and airframe components following technical data, drawings, and work instructions.
• Inspect structural areas and components for damage, wear, or defects and report findings to the appropriate personnel.
• Use appropriate tools, equipment, and techniques to perform structural tasks safely and efficiently.
• Follow all maintenance, quality, and safety procedures while working on aircraft structures.
• Collaborate with team members and other technicians to meet project schedules and production goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and properly account for tools, parts, and hardware during depopulation and installation activities.
• Document work performed in accordance with company and program requirements, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Essential Skills

• At least 4 years of experience as a structural mechanic performing aircraft structural modification or repair.
• Hands-on experience working on aircraft structures, with any aircraft platform considered as long as it includes modification or repair work.
• Experience with structural and airframe work, including removal, repair, and installation of components.
• Ability to read and follow technical data, work instructions, and basic drawings related to structural and airframe tasks.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency with common tools and equipment used in aircraft structural work.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards in an aviation maintenance environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with military rotary-wing aircraft, such as Apache, SH-60, or CH-47, preferred but not required.
• Knowledge and Understand in structures, airframe, and installation work within an aviation or aerospace setting.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and communicate clearly with supervisors and peers.
• Strong organizational skills to support depopulation, tracking, and handling of multiple aircraft parts and components.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a professional, climate-controlled facility supporting high-visibility aviation programs with opportunities to apply and further develop your structural skills. The environment promotes teamwork, safety, and quality, offering stable, full-time hours on a consistent day shift that supports a healthy work-life balance.

Work Environment

Work takes place in an air-conditioned facility designed for aircraft structural and airframe work. The schedule is a first-shift role, typically running from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. You will work in a shop and hangar-style environment around aircraft, tools, and maintenance equipment, following standard safety procedures and attire appropriate for an aviation maintenance setting.

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

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $42.00/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 Huntsville,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 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.

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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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