JOB TITLE: Aircraft Structural Mechanic II
LOCATION: Appleton, WI
PAY RATE: $25.65/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!

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?

Job Details:

• Contract Length: 12 months (opportunity for extension)

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna

• Perks: Bonus potential and priority as a Tier 1 supplier

• Opportunities: Thousands of openings nationwide

Summary: 

• Perform structural assembly operations in a team-oriented environment with minimal supervision, ensuring compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and customer expectations.

• Assemble and fit parts, perform drilling, riveting, and sheet metal fabrication/installation on aircraft.

• Use tools like riveting guns, pneumatic drills, and countersinks; safely remove fasteners without damaging structures.

• Interpret work orders, blueprints, sketches, and operation sheets.

• Inspect assemblies to ensure defect-free work before final inspection.

• Align and assemble parts using jigs, fixtures, and clamps; shape complex configurations as per blueprints.

• Perform repairs and rework per DMTs, MRRs, and PCOs.

• Maintain logs, records, and a clean work area; support the 5S Program and adhere to safety standards.

• Properly handle and dispose of waste materials and use protective equipment as required.

• Track job activities accurately and coordinate work during shift changes.

• Maintain shop equipment and support Lean initiatives.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• 2 years of structural assembly experience.

• Familiarity with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints; basic shop math and computer skills required.

• Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and craftwork aptitude.

• Experience with composite resins and materials.

• Capable of working any shift, climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension).

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

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!

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