JOB TITLE: Advanced Aircraft Composite Technician

LOCATION: Columbus AFB, MS

PAY RATE: Up to $43/hour

We are a national staffing agency partnering with top-tier aerospace and defense companies, and we’re seeking first-class employees to join our clients’ teams!

Job Details:

  • Contract Length: 12 months (with potential extension)
  • Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
  • Perks: Bonus potential + Priority as a Tier 1 supplier
  • Opportunities: Thousands of openings nationwide
  • Schedule: 8-hour shifts, starting on first shift with potential for second shift later.

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:

  • Perform complex fabrication and assembly of detailed parts, subassemblies, and final assemblies in a manufacturing environment and on customer aircraft.
  • Execute adhesive bonded assemblies involving metallic and non-metallic composite materials.
  • Flexibly support other aircraft manufacturing tasks such as composite layup, painting, trim and drill, tool movement, and cross-departmental collaboration to ensure timely product delivery.
  • Apply moderately advanced to complex craft-level skills with a solid understanding of aircraft mechanics.
  • Review production/process documentation, scheduling, and assist in expediting material, parts, and assemblies flow.
  • Effectively multi-task, take initiative, and communicate clearly.

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or GED
  • 7+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., vocational school/Associate + 5 years, Bachelor + 2 years).
  • General proficiency with hand tools and precision measurement devices.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
  • Capable of following written and verbal instructions.
  • Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

Desired Skills:

  • Advanced vocational or military technical training related to aircraft manufacturing or maintenance, or FAA A&P license.
  • Experience with FAA manufacturing standards and associated documentation.
  • Skilled in using hand and power tools (routers, drills, die grinders, etc.) safely.
  • Proficient with close-tolerance measuring tools (scales, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges).
  • Experience handling, mixing, and applying epoxy resin materials.
  • Ability to maintain customer-supplied tooling.
  • Follow engineering plans and accurately complete work orders.
  • Maintain a clean work area and demonstrate good work habits.
  • Participate in process improvement projects to enhance quality, cost, and scheduling.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment wearing proper PPE.
  • Follow lifting regulations; regularly stand, stoop, crawl, bend, crouch, climb, and kneel.
  • May be required to work extended hours.
  • Work location: Columbus, MS (onsite).

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:

U.S. Citizenship is required under ITAR regulations. A U.S. person is defined as a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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