Back to Jobs search

Aircraft Structures Mechanic

Aerotek • San Antonio, TX • 10h ago

Job Title: Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

Pay Rate: $35.00 - $45.00 an hour (per diem split for eligible candidates)

Location: San Antonio, TX

Tools provided

Open to any airframe experience

IF you have any additional questions, or would like to apply - please reach out to TJ Nowak at 610 249 2798

Job Description

This role involves performing heavy structural repairs, maintenance, and modifications on F/A-18 Aircraft. The job requires expertise in using carbide drills and piloted reamers for Composite and Titanium drilling, and high-speed steel and Cobalt drills for Aluminum.

Responsibilities

Conduct heavy structural repairs and maintenance on F/A-18 Aircraft.

Execute modifications on aircraft structures, ensuring adherence to specifications.

Utilize carbide drills and piloted reamers for precise drilling on Composite and Titanium materials.

Employ high-speed steel and Cobalt drills for Aluminum modifications.

Perform depot-level maintenance and equipment overhauls.

Implement corrosion control measures on aircraft structures.

Essential Skills

3 - 8+ years of experience in depot-level or heavy checks on aircraft.

Proficiency in structural repairs and modifications.

Experience with sheet metal modifications.

Knowledge of aircraft heavy maintenance procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with military jets such as F/A-18F, F-18, and Super Hornet.

History working with the Air Force, Navy, or Marines.

Work Environment

The work environment includes two shifts: 1st shift from 5:30 am to 2:30 pm and 2nd shift from 2 pm to 10:30 pm, with optional overtime. You must be open to working any shift. The work is conducted in an open-bay, non-climate controlled environment. Employees are eligible to expense $100 per year for steel-toed shoes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Aerotek

Go to Apply

Share this job

Similar Jobs

Warehouse Supervisor

Graybar • San Antonio, TX • 12h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Make a difference. As a Warehouse Supervisor you will be responsible for all aspects of warehouse operations. You will supervise the warehouse team, supervise implementation and maintenance of logistics processes, and ov...

12h ago

Go to Apply

Airline Passenger Assist SAT

ABM Industries • San Antonio, TX • 16h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Overview Pay: $10.10 plus Tips! We are looking for a reliable and experienced Airline Passenger Assistant, also known as the Wheelchair Agent, to fulfill airline passenger service obligations for passengers who require o...

16h ago

Go to Apply

2nd Shift Part Time Seasonal - Warehouse Associate - $15.50 Per Hour

Scholastic • San Antonio, TX • 1d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Job Description: Join us and help us create lifelong readers! Position: Warehouse Associate - Part Time Seasonal 2nd Shift Hours - 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM $14 / hour + $1.50 Shift Differential Scholastic Book Fairs are wondro...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Cleaner Lead

ABM Industries • Von Ormy, TX • 1d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Overview 11503 Interstate 35 S, Von Ormy, TX 78073 Sun-Wed 5am-3:30pm at $14.93 per hour We are looking for a reliable and experienced Lead to ensure all facility operations follow policies and procedures. They coordinat...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Aviation Electrician

Aerotek • San Antonio, TX • 2d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Job Title: Aviation Electrician Location: San Antonio, TX Job Description This role focuses on installing, terminating, and inspecting electrical connectors and wiring on aircraft systems in a highly regulated aerospace...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Warehouse Associate

STERLING PERSONNEL INC • San Antonio, TX • 3d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ Description: +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ [ ]{#lbl_jobdescription} Sterling Personnel, Inc is looking...

3d ago

Go to Apply

Inbound Warehouse Order Selector

Sysco • San Antonio, TX • 4d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

RESPONSIBILITIES Selects the product from the warehouse and bring it into the production room. Weighs product and records product weight. Selects the product from the warehouse and transports to the staging/loading area...

4d ago

Go to Apply

Aircraft Mechanic - Entry Level- San Antonio, TX

PDS Defense • San Antonio, TX • 5d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Light Industrial/Manufacturing Aircraft Mechanic - Entry Level- San Antonio, TX San Antonio, TX Posted: 7/30/2026 Job Description Job ID#: 219288 Job Category: Light Industrial/Manufacturing Position Type: Associate - W2...

5d ago

Go to Apply

Warehouse Associate

WESCO • San Antonio, TX • 5d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Launch your career! We are hiring immediately for Warehouse workers! We will teach you about distribution and supply chain techniques valued by Fortune 250 companies around the globe. We are Wesco! We enable the connecte...

5d ago

Go to Apply

Warehouse Worker

PeopleReady • San Antonio, TX • 5d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Warehouse Worker PeopleReady of San Antonio, TX is now hiring Warehouse Workers! As a Warehouse Worker, you will pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipping. Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. As a Peop...

5d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)