Job Description

As a C-17 Structures Mechanic, you will be an integral part of the team responsible for maintaining and repairing aircraft structures. Regular and predictable attendance is crucial for this role, as you will be working on critical support structures and fracture areas. This position is based in San Antonio, TX, and offers the opportunity to contribute to significant projects within the aviation industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation on critical support structures and fracture critical areas.
• Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structures.
• Seal, paint, shim, and preserve structures in accordance with standard repair processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair.
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts.
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft mechanical components, including replacement of components.
• Modify and repair aircraft sheet metal/structural parts and determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems.
• Utilize aircraft-specific tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and shears.
• Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate online parts and discrepancy requests.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and permits for assigned work.
• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Ensure a safe working environment through Hazardous Energy and Lock Out/Tag systems applications.
• Assist team members to meet cost and schedule targets.
• Obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance, requiring U.S. Citizenship.
• Pass an assessment at the end of the training cycle.
• Comply with SA Site Tool and FOD procedure.

• 4+ years of experience working with non-porous metals such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless steel.
• 4+ years of experience with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures.
• 4+ years of experience using structures hand tools like drills, pancake adapters, counter sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns.
• 4+ years of experience in heavy structures: locating, drilling, countersinking, and fastening structures to aircraft.
• Ability to work variable shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.

• Experience in aircraft heavy maintenance, especially C-17 or Depot Level.
• Experience working with titanium aircraft structures.
• Ability to operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding-type electric powered elevating equipment.

You will have the opportunity to work for one of the largest Department of Defense and commercial aircraft companies, gaining exposure to significant projects and enhancing your skills in a dynamic environment.

Work Environment

This position requires flexible shifts to support mission requirements and workload. You will be working in a facility equipped with advanced tools and technologies, ensuring a professional and challenging work environment.

Job Type & Location

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

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The pay range for this position is $40.17 - $40.17/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 May 16, 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.