JOB TITLE: RS Aircraft Structural Mechanic IV - 2nd Shift
LOCATION: Appleton, WI
PAY RATE: $32.18/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:
- Independently performs a variety of structural assembly operations in a team-oriented environment, using required tools, prints, and specifications to meet quality standards and customer expectations.
- Assists and mentors team members to ensure consistent performance and continuous improvement.
- Perform complex structural assembly, fitting, drilling, and riveting operations to meet specifications
- Interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings to fabricate and install parts and assemblies
- Ensure all work meets internal and FAA quality standards; coordinate with Inspection and complete required documentation
- Use specialized tools (e.g., riveting guns, pneumatic drills, countersinks, shavers) and remove fasteners without structural damage
- Apply sealants, adhesives, and solvents per standard operating procedures
- Check all completed work to ensure defect-free assemblies before final inspection
- Train and mentor team members; develop methods and shop aids to improve efficiency and resolve installation challenges
- Complete rework and repairs per DMTs, MRRs, and PCOs to ensure conformity
- Plan and organize workloads to meet or exceed goal hours and production schedules
- Maintain clean, organized work areas; support 5S, Lean, and safety initiatives
- Maintain accurate records/logs (MIRs, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs)
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 6+ years of structural assembly experience
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documents
- Skilled in close-tolerance work and use of specialized tools and measuring devices
- Proficient with computers; experience with Solumina and Smarteam preferred
- Q-stamp certification preferred
- Strong mathematical and dimensional problem-solving skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders/stairs, and work in confined or elevated areas
- Must be able to work any shift
- English proficiency (read, write, speak, and understand)
- 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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