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Aircraft Mechanic II - Free Housing Support
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JOB TITLE: Aircraft Mechanic II - Free Housing Support
LOCATION: San Antonio, TX
PAY RATE: $47-50/hour
MUST BE US PERSONS
We are a national staffing firm partnering with top-tier aerospace companies, and we are seeking first-class employees to join our clients’ teams!
Qualifying Questions:
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Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
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Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
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Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Job Details:
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Contract Length: 12 months (opportunity for extension)
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Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna
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Perks: Bonus potential and priority as a Tier 1 supplier
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Opportunities: Thousands of openings nationwide
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Housing Assistance: Up to two weeks, if applicable (terms and conditions may vary).
Summary:
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Perform structural repairs and modifications on aircraft, including flight controls, hydraulics, and fuel systems.
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Read and interpret blueprints, technical orders, and manufacturer manuals for repair work.
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Utilize specialized tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, and sheet metal brakes.
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Maintain technical certifications and follow strict safety protocols.
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Work various shifts, including weekends and overtime, as needed.
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This is a non-managerial, non-leadership role.
Required Skills:
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4+ years of heavy aircraft structures experience (clearly list aircraft platform experience on resume).
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Expertise in close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation of critical structures (e.g., doublers, triplers, seat tracks, stringers).
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Ability to obtain customer approval for aircraft access (Dual citizenship may affect eligibility).
Physical Requirements:
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Must be able to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 35 lbs.
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Exposure to noise and elevated platforms, requiring PPE use.
Desired Skills:
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Experience with VIP or specialty aircraft interiors.
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Depot-level/heavy structures maintenance experience.
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FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant certification (preferred).
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national staffing firm 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 provide professionals with opportunities to excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship required under ITAR regulations: A U.S. person is defined as a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Keywords:
aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design
Take your aerospace career to new heights—apply today!
Meet Your Recruiter
Kimra Stone
Kimra Stone is an aerospace and aviation enthusiast with 20+ years of experience and a talent for finding the hard-to-find professionals her clients need. Her experience spans design, production, engineering, and other specialized areas across the aerospace industry.
Before moving into talent acquisition, Kimra worked as a hiring manager and human resources professional overseeing project management and contract administration. Since then, she has helped launch new markets, restructure existing teams, and manage multiple offices with up to 17 direct reports.
Kimra’s broad industry background allows her to take a consultative approach with clients, providing insight into hiring forecasts, workforce planning, industry trends, and project needs while helping organizations build the teams they need to succeed.