Aircraft Structural Technician

Job Title:
Aircraft Structural Technician

We are seeking a skilled Aircraft Structural Technician to join our team. This position involves performing classified heavy modifications on various fixed‑wing military aircraft, along with service extensions, depot‑level maintenance, and other C/D level heavy checks.

• Perform classified heavy modifications on various fixed‑wing military aircraft.
• Conduct service extensions and depot‑level maintenance.
• Execute C/D level heavy checks on the aircraft.

• Experience with aircraft, airframe, and blueprint schematics.
• Proficiency in sheet metal work and aircraft modification.
• Ability to perform depot‑level maintenance and sheet metal fabrication.
• Skilled in aircraft maintenance repair, rivet guns, and sheet metal repair.
• Familiarity with aviation maintenance and modification.

• Must own tools with the toolbox shadowed and tools etched or colored by Day 1.
• Pass a basic sheet metal test on Day One.
• 6+ years of aviation structures experience for those with military experience.
• 3+ years of total experience for those with civilian experience.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work for a mission‑driven company focused on protecting the American warfighter. Enjoy excellent career growth potential with a company that has been expanding for 13 consecutive years. Benefit from job security with long‑term contracts awarded. Work onsite with Aerotek representatives available to support all your needs. Enjoy full medical benefits and the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

The position is based in a climate‑controlled, FAA‑regulated hangar. Shifts can vary depending on the hangar and program, with most employees working on the first shift. Flexibility to work second shifts is required if needed. Typical work schedules include four ten‑hour days or five eight‑hour days, with rare weekend work.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Colorado Springs, CO.

The 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Colorado Springs, CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industry and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet 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.