JOB TITLE: F-18 Seat Systems - DEFENSE
LOCATION: New Orleans, LA
PAY RATE: Up to $44/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 a U.S. Secret Security Clearance

Shift: 1st

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:

Maintain and service F/A-18 aircraft seats, ejection systems, and associated life support equipment

Remove, install, and inspect oxygen system valves, gauges, converters, and regulators

Rig ejection seats, shoulder harnesses, lap belts, and Cartridge Actuation Devices (CADs)

Perform daily, pre/post-flight, and periodic aircraft inspections

Support flight operations including turnaround, launch, recovery, and plane captain duties

Troubleshoot and repair complex pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems

Assemble/disassemble components and perform system upgrades or modifications

Ensure all maintenance activity is documented in compliance with regulatory and contractual standards

Conduct flight-worthiness inspections and assist in training efforts

Prioritize quality and safety in all tasks

Requirements:

Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance, which mandates U.S. Citizenship as required by the U.S. Government.

An interim and/or final Secret Clearance will be required after the start of employment.

High School Diploma or GED

Minimum 4 years of aircraft maintenance experience

Hands-on experience with ejection systems

Experience removing, installing, and inspecting aircraft systems and tools

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs

Must wear PPE (steel-toe boots, safety glasses, high-visibility jacket, hard hat)

Preferred Skills:

Navy AME experience

Prior F/A-18 maintenance background

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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The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service. We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)