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JOB TITLE: MH-139 Aircraft Maintenance & Modification Technician - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Maxwell AFB, AL
PAY RATE: $35-43/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: Secret required to start

• 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. 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?

Summary: 

• Assemble, disassemble, and modify aerospace vehicle systems by replacing, upgrading, or repairing components.

• Configure aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment.

• Troubleshoot complex pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems to isolate faults and repair components.

• Perform validation/verification testing of systems and components.

• Document procedures and processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.

• Perform maintenance, repair, inspection, fabrication, and modification of conventional weapons systems, electronic and electro-mechanical components, fire control systems, electro-environmental systems, bomb navigation systems, and subassemblies.

• Conduct pretest, operational, functional, electrical, mechanical, and final testing of systems on and off equipment.

• Execute configuration changes of control, launch, release, and suspension assemblies based on mission requirements.

• Perform explosive operations including loading, positioning, arming, and safing of conventional air munitions and pyrotechnics.

• Maintain work areas, control tools, and complete work control documents per established procedures.

Requirements:

• Clearance: Secret required to start

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 4+ years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience (vocational school/Associate + 2 years, or Bachelor’s degree).

• 3–5 years military avionics or related experience, preferably on helicopters.

• Experience with testing, repair, and configuration of aerospace systems.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.).

• Ability to lift/move up to 40 lbs; PPE provided.

• 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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