Aircraft Structural Mechanic II

JOB TITLE: Aircraft Structural Mechanic II

LOCATION: Savannah,GA

PAY RATE: $25.65/hour

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:

• Perform structural assembly operations in a team-oriented environment with minimal supervision, ensuring compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and customer expectations.
• Assemble and fit parts, perform drilling, riveting, and sheet metal fabrication/installation on aircraft.
• Use tools like riveting guns, pneumatic drills, and countersinks; safely remove fasteners without damaging structures.
• Interpret work orders, blueprints, sketches, and operation sheets.
• Inspect assemblies to ensure defect-free work before final inspection.
• Align and assemble parts using jigs, fixtures, and clamps; shape complex configurations as per blueprints.
• Perform repairs and rework per DMTs, MRRs, and PCOs.
• Maintain logs, records, and a clean work area; support the 5S Program and adhere to safety standards.
• Properly handle and dispose of waste materials and use protective equipment as required.
• Track job activities accurately and coordinate work during shift changes.
• Maintain shop equipment and support Lean initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of structural assembly experience.
• Familiarity with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints; basic shop math and computer skills required.
• Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and craftwork aptitude.
• Experience with composite resins and materials.
• Capable of working any shift, climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension).
• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

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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