Job Description

We are seeking skilled Structures Technicians to join our team at a state-of-the-art facility. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in sheet metal and composite work, with a focus on corporate, commercial, or military aircraft. This role involves detailed rebuilds and structural modifications, working closely with avionics technicians.

Responsibilities

• Remove and install aircraft components, landing gear doors, access panels, and fairings.
• Document work performed per appropriate manuals.
• Perform component repairs in accordance with Repair Station Certificate requirements.
• Fabricate aircraft parts and ground support equipment per engineering drawings and specifications.
• Fabricate and install structural modifications on aircraft.
• Assist in conducting hidden damage inspections.
• Apply cleaning solvent and sealing compounds as per maintenance manuals.
• Comply with all environmental health and safety policies and procedures.
• Inspect parts for warranty consideration as required by site.

• 2+ years of experience performing structures work on military fixed wing/corporate aircraft/CRJs.
• Sheet metal/composite SC tech school or equivalent experience.
• Basic knowledge of reading and interpreting aircraft blueprints, drawings, diagrams, and manuals.
• Working knowledge of aircraft systems and maintenance manuals.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair aircraft deficiencies and perform complex structural repairs.
• Proficiency in operating basic sheet metal support equipment.
• Basic set of hand tools.

• A&P license preferred but not required.
• 4+ years experience, with 2-3 years on corporate aircraft.
• Ability to work overtime if available.
• Blueprint reading skills preferred but not required.

Join a dynamic team with opportunities for growth and development. Work in a newly renovated facility with high-profile projects and state-of-the-art technology. Benefit from a supportive environment that values training and career advancement.

Work Environment

Work in a clean, indoor corporate business jet repair facility featuring two hangars. The environment emphasizes professionalism, cleanliness, and safety, as customers are often present. Teams consist of 8-10 mechanics under one lead, with leads reporting to a Project Manager.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Windsor Locks, Connecticut.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Windsor Locks,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.