Job Title: Aircraft Structural TechnicianJob Description
Join a team dedicated to advancing technology in military aircraft with a mission to Protect The American Warfighter. As an Aircraft Structural Technician, you will perform classified heavy modifications on various fixed-wing military aircraft, including the C-130 and P-3 airframes.
Responsibilities
- Perform heavy modifications on fixed-wing military aircraft.
- Conduct depot-level maintenance and aviation heavy maintenance.
- Engage in sheet metal fabrication and repair using rivet guns.
- Interpret blueprints for aviation maintenance and modification.
Essential Skills- Minimum of 6+ years of aviation structures experience for those with military backgrounds.
- 4+ years of total experience required for candidates with civilian backgrounds.
- Ability to pass a sheet metal test on Day One.
- Ownership of tools with toolbox shadowing and etching.
Additional Skills & Qualifications- Experience in modification, heavy maintenance, and repair is preferred.
- Eligible to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
- FAA Drug Test compliance.
Why Work HereWork in a company experiencing major growth, offering excellent career advancement opportunities. Benefit from job security with long-term contracts and the possibility to obtain or maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance. Enjoy working in a mission-driven environment dedicated to Protecting the American Warfighter. Experience the natural beauty and recreational opportunities in Colorado, including world-class ski resorts and national parks.
Work Environment
Operate in a climate-controlled FAA-regulated hangar. Flexible shift schedule with four 10-hour shifts from Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday. Opportunities for overtime are regularly available, though not guaranteed. The workforce is divided between 75 on the 1st/Day Shift and 25 on the 2nd/Swing Shift.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Pay and BenefitsThe 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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Colorado Springs,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 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 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.
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