JOB TITLE: Sealant Mechanic - In-Tank (Early Career) - $5K Relocation Bonus
LOCATION: North Charleston, SC
PAY RATE: $26-31/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)

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:

Perform routine production assembly operations on structural and mechanical assemblies, subassemblies, and aircraft systems using manual operations.

Work variable shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd).

Read, comprehend, and follow technical work instructions, drawings, and specifications in English.

Apply sealant to surfaces per specifications.

Install various aircraft system components, including panels.

Operate mechanical lifts (e.g., ladders, tiger lifts, snorkel lifts).

Use chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints, and special finishes.

Work in confined spaces with associated training and certification.

Carry and lift up to 35 pounds.

Perform bond and ground measurements.

Conduct in-tank sealing and structural work in fuel tanks.

Wash fuel tanks and perform rework as needed.

Maintain high standards of safety and regulatory compliance.

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED required; vocational school or associate degree is a plus.

6+ months using software applications (internet, email, Microsoft Suite, or other specialized tools).

6+ months following detailed work instructions and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications in English.

6+ months in an advanced manufacturing, technical, or mechanical environment using hand, power, and pneumatic tools.

6+ months applying chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints, and special finishes.

Work in confined spaces with proper training and certification.

Carry and lift up to 35 pounds.

Perform tasks including kneeling, bending, reaching overhead, twisting, standing, walking, climbing/balancing, crawling, and crouching.

Ability to work variable shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd).

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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