Aircraft Mechanic II - VC Heavy Structures - FREE RELO SUPPORT!!! - The Structures Company

JOB TITLE: Aircraft Mechanic II - Structural - Free Housing Support
LOCATION: San  Antonio, TX
PAY RATE: $35-$40/hour

MUST BE US PERSONS

We are a national staffing firm partnering with top-tier aerospace companies, and we are seeking first-class employees to join our clients’ teams!

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?

Job Details:

• Contract Length: 12 months (opportunity for extension)

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna

• Perks: Bonus potential and priority as a Tier 1 supplier

• Opportunities: Thousands of openings nationwide

Summary: 

• Seeking a Structures Mechanics to support the VC-25B Program in San Antonio, TX.

• This role involves maintaining, repairing, and modifying aircraft structures, with a focus on heavy structures work and precision assembly.

• This is a hands-on, non-managerial position requiring advanced technical skills in aircraft structures maintenance and repair.

• 4+ years in heavy structures, including non-porous metals like aluminum, titanium, and stainless steel.

• Hands-on experience with schematics, specifications, and assembly drawings.

• Expertise in using structural tools (e.g., drills, rivet guns, hole finders).

• Familiarity with heavy structures tasks such as drilling, countersinking, and fastening components like doublers, stringers, and seat tracks.

• Strong proficiency in shop mathematics, technical schematics, and operating procedures.

• Proficient with computer systems for accessing technical documents and performing online parts requests.

• Physical ability to work in confined spaces, elevated platforms, and handle heavy lifting.

• Must pass visual acuity, color perception tests, and hazardous material handling.

• Ability to maintain required certifications for safety and operational standards.

• U.S. citizenship or ability to meet customer clearance requirements (dual citizenship may restrict access).

• English fluency (reading, writing, comprehension).

• Flexible to work shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Desired Skills:

• FAA Airframe and/or Power Plant license preferred.

• Recent experience with VIP aircraft, executive fleet platforms, or specialty interiors.

• 10+ years in depot-level maintenance or heavy structures work.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to ascend/descend ladders, balance on uneven surfaces, and work in confined spaces.

• Frequent standing, reaching, and exposure to elevated platforms and noise.

• Occasional tasks requiring finger manipulation, squatting, or lying down.

• Must handle weights up to 35 lbs independently or coordinate 2-person lifts over 50 lbs.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national staffing firm 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 provide professionals with opportunities to excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship required under ITAR regulations: A U.S. person is defined as a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Keywords:

aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design

Take your aerospace career to new heights—apply today!

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