JOB TITLE: Aircraft Structural Mechanic I - 2nd Shift
LOCATION: Tulsa, OK
PAY RATE: $21.21/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 (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) 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 assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures, including drilling and riveting operations, ensuring compliance with FAA requirements and quality standards

Rivet structural and sheet metal assemblies using required tools (e.g., riveting guns, pneumatic drills, countersinks, rivet shavers, reamers)

Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations and specifications

Inspect completed work to ensure defect-free assemblies prior to final inspection

Maintain and utilize logs and records (e.g., MIR sheets, DMTs, CRABs, PCOs); accurately enter labor data into resource planning systems

Align and assemble parts using jigs, fixtures, clamps, pins, and fasteners

Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S and safety standards

Perform duties under moderate supervision while meeting productivity and quality expectations

Support Lean manufacturing initiatives

Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g., YIAW, Kaizen events)

Maintain clean and organized shop and aircraft work areas

Properly care for and maintain assigned tools and equipment

Comply with all safety rules and procedures

Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED required

Minimum 1 year of related structural assembly experience

Experience with Solumina and Smarteam preferred

One year of experience credit may be granted for graduates of the Savannah Tech Aircraft Structures Technical Certificate Program

Basic knowledge of aircraft structures, sheet metal, and fabrication processes

Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and a 6" scale

Basic computer and shop math skills

Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions and technical documents

Strong attention to detail and hands-on mechanical aptitude

Ability to work collaboratively and meet production schedules

Experience working with composite materials and resins

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Ability to work any shift as required

Ability to climb ladders, stands, and stairs and work in confined or restricted spaces

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English

Must be a U.S. Person (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 leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (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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