📍 Airside MRO Environment

Up to $45/hr DOE - Direct Placement Opportunity

🛩️ Contract‑to‑Hire Full‑Time Day Shift

We’re seeking an experienced Structures Mechanic to support the maintenance, repair, and inspection of aircraft structural components. In this role, you’ll troubleshoot mechanical issues, perform sheet‑metal repairs, and install new components while ensuring strict compliance with FAA, MRO, and OSHA regulations. Your work directly impacts aircraft reliability, performance, and safety.

• Perform routine and non‑routine maintenance on aircraft structural components
• Inspect structural areas for cracks, corrosion, defects, or wear
• Maintain detailed documentation of all maintenance, inspections, and repairs
• Reference manuals, specifications, and technical data to determine proper repair methods
• Install new parts or replace defective/recalled components to enhance aircraft performance
• Perform sheet‑metal repairs, including cutting, drilling, riveting, and patching
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues based on inspections and reports
• Document all steps of repair, reassembly, and sign‑off requirements
• Ensure compliance with Federal, Airside MRO, and OSHA standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• 3+ years aircraft sheet‑metal / structures experience
• MRO or Part 145 Repair Station experience required
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems, structures, and mechanics
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow maintenance manuals and complex technical instructions
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or similar software for documentation and record‑keeping

• Experience in troubleshooting, diagnostics, inspections, and blueprint/schematic reading
• Knowledge of aircraft manuals, structural drawings, and repair schematics
• Experience with:
  • Landing gear
  • Full disassembly
  • Bird‑strike structural repairs
  • Patchwork and reinforcement repairs

You’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 100 employer‑paid medical, dental & vision premiums
• HSA contributions
• Company‑paid life and short‑term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• A company culture focused on safety, stability, and employee well‑being

These benefits are designed to support your health, financial stability, and long‑term success.

• Air‑conditioned, well‑equipped facility
• Monday–Friday schedule:
  • Start time between 7:00–8:00 AM
  • End time between 4:00–5:00 PM
• Contract‑to‑Hire pathway
  • Typical conversion around 6 months, based on performance and attendance
• Some schedule flexibility may be available based on operational needs

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $93600.00/yr.

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 Los Angeles,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026.

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.