Aerotek Aviation is hiring Airframe Structures Technicians Vandalia, Ohio!

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Pay Rates

• $40/h (Weekly Pay)

Job Description

• Assembles, modifies, and repairs complex aircraft structural components and major assemblies, with a strong focus on precision, quality, and adherence to aerospace standards.
• This role works primarily with sheet metal and structural components on large aircraft, performing structural modifications, minor part-fitting operations, and corrosion removal while following detailed technical data and engineering instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and create major structural assemblies and perform minor part-fitting operations such as filing, sawing, burring, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming on aircraft structures.
• Align parts on jigs and aerospace vehicles using templates and fixtures to ensure proper fit, alignment, and structural integrity.
• Measure parts with micrometers, calipers, and other precision tools to verify dimensions and ensure compliance with engineering specifications and tolerances.
• Modify incomplete and complete assemblies by incorporating engineering changes, rework instructions, and structural updates into the aircraft structure.
• Perform structural repairs and refinishing, including airframe corrosion removal and component repair, in accordance with approved technical data.
• Complete installations in accordance with technical drawings while maintaining required edge distance, pitch, and other structural requirements.
• Interpret and apply applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and publications to perform structural work accurately and safely.
• Monitor and verify quality using statistical process control or other quality control procedures, ensuring that all work meets regulatory and organizational standards.
• Support large-scale aircraft modification and mission integration work, including structural modifications on widebody aircraft platforms.
• Work safely in a safety-sensitive environment, following all procedures related to handling hazardous materials, operating tools and equipment, and performing aviation-related duties.
• Climb stairs and steps, work at various heights, and maneuver around aircraft structures to access work areas as needed.
• Operate or work around vehicles, heavy or potentially dangerous equipment, and machinery in support of aircraft maintenance and modification activities.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5+ years of aviation structures experience; military aviation structures experience is welcomed.
• At least 2+ years of hands-on experience specifically in structural assembly, repair, or modification on aircraft.
• Proficiency in aircraft sheet metal work, including cutting, trimming, drilling, reaming, and riveting using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Strong experience with aircraft structures, including heavy maintenance, modifications, or component repair on commercial, military, or specialized aircraft.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and publications related to aircraft structures.
• Ability to complete structural installations in accordance with technical drawings while maintaining required edge distance, pitch, and other structural parameters.
• Progressive experience with structure assembly and minor part fitting techniques, including repair and refinishing such as airframe corrosion removal.
• Experience with riveting and use of rivet guns and related sheet metal tools in an aviation environment.
• Familiarity with aircraft maintenance and aircraft modification practices, including inspection and repair of structural components.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance,
• Capability to frequently perform repetitive hand, arm, and finger motions with strong finger and hand dexterity.
• Ability to frequently use close, distance, and depth perception vision, including distinguishing between different colors as required for tasks.
• Ability to frequently use hearing to discern different tones and volumes in a noisy environment.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds in the course of performing structural work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on military aircraft, including airframe structures and component repair, is highly valued.
• Previous Experience in Aviation maintenance, aircraft modification, or heavy maintenance operations on large aircraft platforms.
• Familiarity with aviation and defense environments, including working on high-visibility, complex modification programs.
• Experience working with corrosion removal, refinishing, and structural restoration on airframes.
• Exposure to or experience in environments where explosives, dangerous, or hazardous materials are inspected, handled, or transported.
• Experience inspecting structures, equipment, or vehicles in a safety-sensitive aviation setting.
• Comfort working in a setting with loud noises, fumes, or hazardous chemicals and materials, while following all safety protocols.
• Ownership of personal tools in good working order suitable for aircraft structural and sheet metal work.

Work Environment

• Monday through Friday schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.,
• You will work in and around hangars, shops, and aircraft, frequently climbing stairs and steps and accessing various areas of the airframe.
• This is a safety-sensitive position where you may inspect, handle, or be in proximity to explosives, dangerous or hazardous materials, and operate or work near vehicles, heavy equipment, and machinery.
• The role requires consistent use of personal protective equipment and adherence to strict safety and quality procedures while performing aviation-related structural duties.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vandalia, OH.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Vandalia,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 2026.

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.