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JOB TITLE: F-16 APG Mechanic - DEFENSE 
LOCATION: Greenville, SC
PAY RATE: $34-40/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)

• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance; clearance process must be initiated prior to start date.

• 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. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Perform final assembly, checkout maintenance, and delivery operations for F-16 aircraft on the production flightline.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, and modify aircraft systems and powerplants in accordance with technical orders, specifications, and maintenance standards.

• Support aircraft launch, recovery, movement, fueling/defueling, and functional checkout activities to ensure mission-ready aircraft delivery.

• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to meet aircraft delivery schedules and operational requirements.

• Maintain compliance with safety procedures, security requirements, and established maintenance practices in a fast-paced production environment.

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance; clearance process must be initiated prior to start date.

• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining military aircraft systems and powerplants.

• Knowledge of:

  • Landing gear systems

  • Flight control systems

  • Fuel systems and fueling/defueling operations

  • Aircraft launch and recovery procedures

  • Aircraft movement and flightline operations

• Ability to interpret technical manuals, maintenance procedures, and engineering specifications.

• Experience performing inspections, repairs, modifications, and operational checks on aircraft systems.

• Aircraft flightline maintenance experience preferred.

• Flexibility to work 1st shift, 2nd shift, or weekend shift as assigned.

• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills in a production environment.

• Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with security clearance requirements.

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.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

Take your career to new heights—apply today!

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