JOB TITLE: (P) B52 Aircraft Structures Fabrication - Level B
LOCATION: San Antonio, TX
PAY RATE: $31.00 - 33.00/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
- Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
- Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage (Cigna)
- Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier network
- Openings Nationwide: Thousands of aerospace and defense opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
- Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
- Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
- Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
- Perform aircraft structural repairs and modifications on B-52 aircraft
- Work with sheet metal, drilling, riveting, sealing, and structural installations
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and maintenance manuals
- Use aircraft structural tools such as rivet guns, drills, countersink cages, and torque wrenches
- Troubleshoot and repair aircraft mechanical and structural components
- Assist with inspections, maintenance activities, and component replacements
- Follow safety procedures including FOD prevention and Lock Out/Tag Out requirements
- Work in confined spaces, on elevated platforms, and support team operations as needed
Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under ITAR regulations)
- Minimum 1+ years of experience working with non-porous metals such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless steel
- Minimum 1+ years of experience interpreting schematics, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures
- Experience using aircraft structural hand tools including drills, pancake adapters, hole finders, countersink cages, and rivet guns
- Ability to work variable shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required
- Ability to lift approximately 35 pounds and work in confined or elevated spaces
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend English
- Must be able to obtain and maintain required certifications and training
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, aircraft maintenance, structures mechanic, sheet metal, depot maintenance, B-52, defense, aviation maintenance, aircraft structures
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