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JOB TITLE: V-22 Aircraft Maintenance Technician - DEFENSE 
LOCATION: NAS North Island, CA
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: (Active Secret Clearance Required – U.S. Citizenship Required)

• 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: 

• Support CMV-22 Modification & Maintenance Teams

• Perform assembly, disassembly, modification, and repair of aerospace components

• Remove and replace components for repair, testing, or serviceability

• Conduct routine and complex functional/diagnostic testing using bench and automated test equipment

• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults using established fault isolation procedures

• Validate and verify systems and component serviceability

• Coordinate assembly/disassembly and overhaul activities to ensure accuracy and compliance

• Document repairs, inspections, modifications, and test results per contractual and regulatory requirements

• Inspect components for cleanliness and serviceability prior to installation

• Identify, document, and reconcile discrepancies

• Ensure compliance with FOD control, tool control, and health & safety procedures

• Travel up to 25% (CONUS and Hawaii) as required to support customer needs

Requirements:

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (active within past 24 months)

• U.S. Citizenship

• Experience with V-22 maintenance and/or modification

• Strong knowledge of aircraft maintenance processes and environments

• Experience in either:

  • Electrical & Avionics systems or

  • Airframes systems

• Willingness and ability to travel on short notice (up to 25%)

• High school diploma or GED

• 4+ years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Preferred Qualifications:

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License

• Quality Assurance experience

• Extensive depot-level modification experience

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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