Aerotek
Job Title: Structures Mechanic in San Antonio, TX
As a Structures Mechanic, you will perform heavy structural repairs, maintenance, and modifications on F/A-18 aircraft, contributing to the enhancement and longevity of these advanced fighter jets.
Responsibilities
Conduct heavy structural repairs and maintenance on F/A-18 aircraft.
Perform depot level maintenance and modifications.
Execute sheet-metal modifications and structural repairs.
Address corrosion issues and implement necessary solutions.
Work on aircraft modifications to upgrade to 5th generation fighters.
Essential Skills
3 - 8+ years of recent experience in depot-level/heavy checks on aircraft.
Proficiency in equipment overhauls and modifications.
Experience with military jets, specifically F/A-18 or similar fighter jets.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Navy, Air Force, or Marine aircraft.
Familiarity with Boeing and similar aviation environments.
Why Work Here? Be part of a pivotal program working on the F-18 program for the Navy. Experience the opportunity to work on the block 3 modifications, upgrading to the most tactical aircraft in the U.S. Navy inventory. San Antonio is emerging as a key location for service life modifications of F-18 aircraft.
Work Environment Work in an open-bay, non-climate controlled environment with shifts available as follows: 1st Shift from 5:30am to 2:30pm and 2nd Shift from 2pm to 10:30pm, with optional overtime. Flexibility to work any shift is required. An annual expense of $100 for steel-toed shoes is provided.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, Texas.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.
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 Nov 7, 2025.
About Aerotek 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 meet 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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.
If interested, please apply or reach Whitney directly at 316/448/4497.
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Responsibilities
Conduct heavy structural repairs and maintenance on F/A-18 aircraft.
Perform depot level maintenance and modifications.
Execute sheet-metal modifications and structural repairs.
Address corrosion issues and implement necessary solutions.
Work on aircraft modifications to upgrade to 5th generation fighters.
Essential Skills
3 - 8+ years of recent experience in depot-level/heavy checks on aircraft.
Proficiency in equipment overhauls and modifications.
Experience with military jets, specifically F/A-18 or similar fighter jets.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Navy, Air Force, or Marine aircraft.
Familiarity with Boeing and similar aviation environments.
Why Work Here? Be part of a pivotal program working on the F-18 program for the Navy. Experience the opportunity to work on the block 3 modifications, upgrading to the most tactical aircraft in the U.S. Navy inventory. San Antonio is emerging as a key location for service life modifications of F-18 aircraft.
Work Environment Work in an open-bay, non-climate controlled environment with shifts available as follows: 1st Shift from 5:30am to 2:30pm and 2nd Shift from 2pm to 10:30pm, with optional overtime. Flexibility to work any shift is required. An annual expense of $100 for steel-toed shoes is provided.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, Texas.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.
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 Nov 7, 2025.
About Aerotek 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 meet 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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.
If interested, please apply or reach Whitney directly at 316/448/4497.
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