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MH-139 General Maintenance Technician - DEFENSE
Maxwell AFB, AL 36112 United States
Job Description
JOB TITLE: MH-139 General Maintenance Technician - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Maxwell AFB, AL
PAY RATE: $33-42/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
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Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
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Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week
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Shift: 1st Shift: 07:00–15:30 (Mon–Fri)
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Shift: 2nd Shift: 15:00–01:00 (Mon–Thu)
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OT: Limited
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Clearance: Secret required to start
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Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
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Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
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Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
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Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
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?
Summary:
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Maintain and track GSE (AGE) equipment, with focus on MH-139 systems
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Assist in flightline operations, including weapons repair, functional tests, and inspections
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Support team needs by becoming qualified in additional flightline operations
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Adapt to unique equipment requirements and help maintain flight schedules
Requirements:
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Secret clearance required to start
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High School Diploma or GED
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4+ years of aviation maintenance experience
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Military background preferred
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Ability to work effectively in small teams
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Candidates must be available for all shifts as schedules may change based on program needs
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Some weekend shifts may be required for comp time
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Ability to climb, stand for long periods, and lift up to 40 lbs unassisted
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Comfortable working around hazardous products (aircraft oil, lubricants, solvents)
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Training provided onsite
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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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Meet Your Recruiter
Jason Pratt
Aviation Recruiter
Jason Pratt is an aviation professional with over 20 years of experience in aircraft maintenance, technical operations, recruiting, and consulting. He is known for precision, professionalism, and delivering strong results across airline, OEM, and MRO environments.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Management of Technical Operations from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and began his career at Aviation High School in New York. His technical background includes extensive maintenance on Boeing and Airbus aircraft, including multiple widebody, narrowbody, and military platforms, as well as emergency response, training oversight, and large-hub planning operations.
Jason has also built a successful aviation recruiting career, consistently exceeding performance metrics and founding a recruiting platform that scaled to over 150 active accounts before its sale. He holds an FAA Airframe & Powerplant License and brings a results-driven, integrity-focused approach to every role he supports.