Aviation Structures Mechanic

Company: 
Aerotek
Category: 
Maintenance
Job Type: 
Contractor
City: 
Georgetown
State: 
Delaware
Country: 
United States

Job DescriptionWe are seeking skilled Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanics to work on modifying brand new Boeing 737 BBJs and Airbus A220 ACJs customizations directly from the factory. The role involves sheet metal assembly, installations, and modifications on aircraft structures.Responsibilities

  • Perform sheet metal assembly, installation, and modifications on aircraft.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings to ensure accurate execution of tasks.
  • Collaborate effectively with team members to complete projects on time.
  • Maintain and inventory personal tools, ensuring they are etched for identification.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and quality standards during all phases of work.

Essential Skills

  • 5+ years of experience in Aircraft Sheet Metal/Structures.
  • Proficiency in sheet metal assembly, installation, and modification.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
  • Experience with Boeing and Airbus aircraft preferred.
  • Willingness to work 5+ hours of overtime weekly.

Additional Skills Qualifications

  • Experience with commercial aircraft, regional jets, helicopters, and corporate jets.
  • Proficiency in using hand and power tools.
  • Open to working on both 1st and 2nd shifts.

Why Work Here?This position offers the opportunity to gain experience with corporate and commercial jets in a P145 repair station. Benefit from overtime opportunities and work on a long-term contract with the potential to become permanent.Work EnvironmentThe work environment is primarily in a hangar/outside setting, with shifts available from Monday to Friday, 7am-3:30pm or 3pm-11:30pm. Most candidates will be working on the 2nd shift but must be open to both.Job Type LocationThis is a 1 year+ Contract position based out of Georgetown, Delaware.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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Georgetown,DE.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.

First posted: 
8/28/2025 4:07:25 PM

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