JOB TITLE: Aircraft Structural Mechanic I
LOCATION: Savannah, GA
PAY RATE: $21.21/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
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?
Summary:
Assemble and fit detail parts and structures; perform drilling and riveting operations
Rivet structural assemblies, including sheetmetal, using portable riveting guns, pneumatic tools, countersinks, reamers, files, rivets, and rivet shavers
Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine rivet placement, type, size, and sequence
Inspect work to ensure defect-free assemblies prior to final inspection
Maintain logs and records (MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs) and enter daily labor into resource planning system
Align and assemble parts using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and support the company 5S program
Work under moderate supervision and support Lean initiatives
Participate in continuous improvement activities (YIAW, Kaizen events)
Maintain and care for shop equipment and tools
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED required
1 year of structural assembly experience (experience with Solumina and Smarteam preferred)
Graduates of Savannah Tech Aircraft Structures Technical Certificate Program may receive 1 year experience credit
Basic knowledge of aircraft structures, sheetmetal, and fabrication processes
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, including 6" scale
Basic computer skills and shop math
Manufacturing/production shop environment
May involve working with composites, sheetmetal, and other aircraft materials
Shift flexibility required
Hands-on craft skills with attention to detail
Ability to work effectively with others and meet production schedules
Demonstrated good housekeeping and safety practices
Ability to work with composite resins and materials
Physical requirements: lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders/stands/stairs, and work in small/restricted spaces
Must read, write, speak, and understand English
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency 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 connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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