JOB TITLE: Aircraft Mechanic II - VC Heavy Structures - Free Housing Support 
LOCATION: San Antonio, TX
PAY RATE: $45-50/hour

We are a national staffing firm partnering with top-tier aerospace companies, and we are seeking first-class employees to join our clients’ teams!

Job Details:

• Duration – 12 months with possible extension
• 100+ openings available
• PAY RATE: $45-50/hour
• Max Per Diem up to $1,477 weekly which is the equivalent to nearly $37/hr
• Large Referral bonuses offered
• Housing Assistance: Up to two weeks, if applicable (terms and conditions may vary).
• Cigna medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401K offering

Summary: 

• Seeking experienced Structures Mechanics to support the VC-25B Program in San Antonio, TX.

• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation on critical aircraft structures.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, and retrofit requirements for structural modifications.

• Conduct sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structures per repair processes.

• Work with test equipment, torque wrenches, micrometers, and sheet metal tools for depot-level modifications.

• Troubleshoot and repair airframe components, including flight controls, hydraulics, fuel systems, and pneumatics.

• Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate parts and discrepancy requests.

• Operate forklifts, mobile cranes, and electric-powered equipment as needed.

• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and permits for assigned work.

• Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.

Requirements:

• MUST BE A US CITIZEN

• High school diploma or GED required.

• 4+ years of on-aircraft heavy structures experience, with expertise in close tolerance drilling, structural repairs, and modifications.

• Ability to obtain customer approval for aircraft access is required.

• Experience working with non-porous metals (aluminum, titanium, stainless steel).

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics, specifications, and assembly drawings.

• Hands-on experience with structures hand tools (drills, pancake adapters, rivet guns, etc.).

• Experience installing doublers, stringers, seat tracks, and other structural components.

• Strong computer skills, including aircraft-related systems and office software.

• Must meet customer access requirements (dual citizenship or prior citizenship of another country may preclude approval).

• Ability to work in confined spaces, lift 35 lbs, and work on elevated platforms.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 35 pounds.

• Exposure to noise while working on elevated platforms.

• Use personal protective gear (face, eyes, ears, hands, and arms) as required.

• Pass visual acuity and color perception tests.

• Read, write, and comprehend the English language.

• Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous materials safely.

• Obtain and maintain required training certifications to support job responsibilities.

• Occasional finger manipulation (1 to 3 hours).

• Ability to perform a two-person lift for weights exceeding 50 pounds.

• Frequent overhead reaching (3 to 6 hours).

• Frequent walking on flat surfaces.

• Frequent standing on flat or uneven surfaces.

• Frequent balancing on ladders, steps, or uneven surfaces.

• Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands.

• Ability to rotate head/neck, sit, crawl, squat, bend/stoop, lie down, and operate foot controls for extended periods.

• Occasional contact with metals.

• Frequent exposure to noise.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with VIP or executive fleet aircraft interiors.

• Depot-level or heavy structures maintenance background.

• FAA Airframe and/or Power Plant certification (preferred).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a leading aerospace staffing agency, providing top-tier talent to major OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements in engineering, production, IT, maintenance, and support roles.

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

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