Job Information
Aerotek Structures Mechanic in Gilbert, Arizona
Job Title: Structures Mechanic Job Description
As a Structures Mechanic, you will be responsible for performing regular maintenance on structures components, developing and maintaining records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections, and installing new parts to enhance performance. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying and resolving mechanical problems and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Responsibilities
Perform regular maintenance on structures components.
Develop and maintain records of maintenance, repairs, inspections, and reports related to parts or services.
Inspect and examine structures components to identify cracks, corrosion, or other defects.
Consult maintenance manuals and specifications to ensure correct operations for replacements or repairs.
Install new parts to replace or repair defective or recalled parts, enhancing performance.
Repair sheet metal as needed.
Identify and resolve mechanical problems based on visual inspections or reports.
Maintain documentation related to inspections, repairs, and reassembly of structures components.
Follow all Federal, Airside MRO, and OSHA regulations while performing maintenance.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
3+ years of sheet metal/structures experience.
MRO or 145 experience required.
Thorough understanding of aircraft parts, systems, and mechanics.
Ability to read, comprehend, and adhere to manual instructions to resolve complex mechanical issues.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software for record-keeping.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with troubleshooting, diagnostics, inspecting, and reading blueprints and schematics.
Understanding of manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
Landing gear, full-blown disassembly, bird strike repairs, and patchwork experience.
Why Work Here?
Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits including 100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums, and contributions to HSA plans. The company also provides life and short-term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, and paid time off. These benefits are designed to support your well-being and financial security.
Work Environment
The work environment is air-conditioned and includes a Monday to Friday schedule from 7/8am to 4/5pm. The role may offer flexibility based on company needs, and the position is contract-to-hire, generally leading to direct hire around 6 months based on performance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gilbert, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00/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 Type
This is a fully onsite position in Gilbert,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 2026.
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.