JOB TITLE: F-16 Sheet Metal Production
LOCATION: Greenville, SC
PAY RATE: Up to $38/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:
Performs fabrication, assembly, installation, and repair of internal and external aircraft structures on the F-16 production line, following technical manuals, engineering drawings, and FAA regulations.
This is hands-on production work requiring the ability to climb on fuselage parts, stand, kneel, and use ladders/stands as needed.
Install fasteners; drill bulkheads, skins, and fuselage components
Perform heavy precision drilling, countersinking, and reaming of close-tolerance holes
Modify and assemble aircraft structures in a live production environment
Interpret and work from blueprints and engineering documents
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
8+ years of aviation production drilling/structures work (must be clearly listed on resume)
4 6 years of aircraft sheet metal drilling experience required
6+ years of general sheet metal experience
2 4 years of aircraft sheet metal repair experience
4 6 years of blueprint reading experience
Current or recent (within last 2 years) precision aircraft drilling experience is required
Live aircraft production experience is required bench-only mechanics will not be considered
Candidates must be dependable, hands-on, and physically capable of performing tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
Must be flexible, team-oriented, and able to work off-shifts as required.
Must be a U.S. Person (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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The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service. We support the majority of aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)
