C-17 Structures Mechanic

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Job Title: C-17 Structures Mechanic

Job Description

An exciting opportunity awaits for an Associate Structures Mechanic to join a dedicated team in San Antonio, TX, working on Boeing Global Services' C-17 aircraft. This role involves performing critical structural modifications and repairs, ensuring the aircraft's safety and functionality.

Responsibilities

• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas.
• Locate blind holes necessary for the installation of new structural items to existing structures.
• Conduct sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving of structure according to standard repair processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements for structural modification and repair.
• Utilize tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot-level modification and repair of structural parts.
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft mechanical components and replace parts as necessary.
• Modify and repair aircraft sheet metal/structural components and assess the functionality of non-complex electrical systems.
• Operate aircraft-specific tools, such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes, and shears.
• Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate online parts and discrepancy requests.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and permits required for assigned work.
• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Ensure a safe working environment through Hazardous Energy and Lock Out/Tag systems applications.
• Collaborate with other team members to meet cost and schedule targets.
• Pass an assessment at the end of the training cycle.
• Comply with SA Site Tool and FOD procedures.

Essential Skills

• 4+ years of experience with non-porous metals such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless steel.
• 4+ years of experience with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures.
• 4+ years of experience using structures hand tools such as drills, pancake adapters, counter sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns.
• 4+ years of experience in heavy structures: locating, drilling, countersinking, and fastening to aircraft structures.
• Ability to work variable shifts, including scheduled and unscheduled overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft heavy maintenance, specifically C-17 or Depot Level.
• Experience working with titanium aircraft structures.
• Ability to operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment.

Why Work Here?

Join a prestigious team and work on one of the largest DOD and Commercial Aircraft projects. Benefit from regular and predictable attendance requirements and a work environment that values contributions and expertise.

Work Environment

The position requires variable shifts based on business needs, including 1st and 2nd shifts. Training is a contingency for this assignment, with options for OJT or formal classroom training. The work environment is governed by the Service Contract Act, ensuring fair rates and benefits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of SAN ANTONIO, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.03 - $43.03/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of SAN ANTONIO, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

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.