JOB TITLE: KC-46 Structures Mechanic
LOCATION: Jacksonville, FL
PAY RATE: $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)

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 close-tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation on critical support structures and fracture-critical areas

Locate blind holes for installation of structural components on existing aircraft structures

Perform sealing, painting, shimming, and preservation in accordance with standard repair processes

Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements

Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot-level structural modification and repair

Troubleshoot and repair aircraft mechanical components and perform component replacements

Perform sheet metal and structural modifications and repairs

Determine functionality of basic electrical systems

Utilize aircraft-specific tools and test equipment (torque wrenches, micrometers, cable tensiometers, etc.)

Access aircraft data systems and initiate parts and discrepancy requests

Maintain required certifications, licenses, and permits

Work in confined spaces, climb ladders, and lift up to approximately 35 lbs

Ensure a safe work environment, including adherence to Lockout/Tagout and hazardous energy procedures

Requirements:

3+ years of experience working with non-porous metals (aluminum, titanium, stainless steel)

3+ years of experience interpreting schematics, specifications, assembly drawings, and SOPs

3+ years of experience using structural hand tools (drills, countersink cages, rivet guns, etc.)

3+ years of experience performing heavy structural work (drilling, fastening, installing components such as stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.)

Ability to work variable shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays

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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