JOB TITLE: F-18 Maintenance Technicians
LOCATION: Jacksonville, FL
PAY RATE: $26-35/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 (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person 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 structural repairs, overhauls, and modifications on F/A-18 EF flight controls and assemblies.

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, engineering drawings, and maintenance manuals.

• Identify, install, and remove fasteners (rivets, blind rivets, screws, hi-locks, bolts, lock bolts) without damaging structures.

• Apply cleaning, corrosion control, polishing, and surface treatments.

• Conduct precision drilling and measuring on metallic and composite structures using tools such as micrometers, calipers, grip gauges, feeler gauges, and bore gauges.

• Fabricate, trim, drill/ream, and assemble components; use assembly jigs and repair equipment to meet blueprint specifications.

• Complete accurate maintenance documentation, logbooks, and work packages.

• Review and apply Airworthiness Directives, Technical Directives, and Service Bulletins.

• Communicate technical issues and discrepancies to leads and management.

• Maintain first-time quality, efficiency, and safety compliance.

• Perform tool inventories and keep a clean, organized workspace.

• Use computers for reporting and documentation; participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

• Be flexible to support on-time aircraft delivery and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED, plus 1+ year of related experience or equivalent education and experience.

• 3+ years of experience as an Aircraft Mechanic (commercial, defense, or trade apprenticeship considered).

• 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.

• Ability to drill and measure close tolerances within .003” (preferred .001”).

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Aerospace or defense aircraft maintenance experience.

• Proven ability to perform independent work (experienced-level) or work with minimal supervision (associate-level).

• Strong safety awareness and commitment to quality.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

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 major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a 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, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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