Aircraft Structural Technician

Overview

Job Title:

Aircraft Structural Technician

Location:

Englewood, Colorado

Job Type: Contract to Hire

Schedule:

Four-day work week (Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM)

Compensation & Benefits:
Includes six paid holidays, six days of PTO, full medical benefits, and on-site support

We are currently hiring experienced Aircraft Structural Technicians for three specialized roles:
Structures Backshop, Commercial Hangar, and Government Hangar. These positions involve the repair, refurbishment, and fabrication of flight control surfaces and structural components, including elevators, ailerons, rudders, leading edge flaps, slats, spoilers, and stabilizers. Technicians will perform precision sheet metal work and contribute to the safe and efficient maintenance of various aircraft platforms.

• Perform structural repairs, modifications, and maintenance on aircraft components in accordance with FAA and company standards
• Execute bench work in the Structures Backshop, focusing on flight controls and structural assemblies
• Operate within a Part 145 MRO environment in the Commercial Hangar, servicing corporate jets and general aviation aircraft
• Conduct C and D Checks on Dornier 328 aircraft in the Government Hangar, with a focus on corrosion inspection and repair
• Utilize a variety of sheet metal fasteners including button head rivets, countersunk rivets, blind rivets, Cherry
  
  MAX rivets, Hi-Loks, Hi-lites, and bolts
• Perform tasks such as riveting, drilling, countersinking, reaming, cutting, deburring, and trimming with precision and attention to detail

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in aircraft structural repair, maintenance, or modification
• Proficiency in sheet metal fabrication and structural assembly techniques
• Ownership of a basic set of tools suitable for aircraft structural work
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and maintenance documentation
• Familiarity with FAA regulations and MRO procedures

• Experience in heavy maintenance environments
• Prior work on Dornier 328 or similar aircraft platforms
• Strong understanding of corrosion control and structural integrity standards

Technicians will work in climate-controlled, FAA-regulated hangars designed for safety and efficiency. The schedule offers a consistent four-day work week, with opportunities for overtime. The workplace maintains a casual dress code and a collaborative atmosphere.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Englewood, CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2025.

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.