• Aircraft Structures Technician

    Aerotek (Tuscaloosa, AL)


    Job Title: Structures Technician

     

    _This Position is located in Guntersville, Alabama_

    Job Description

    We are seeking skilled Structures Technicians to perform modifications and installations on UH-60 aircraft as part of a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) government program. The role involves the installation of autopilot systems and glass cockpits, with opportunities for long-term contracts and potential conversion to direct employment.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform modifications and installations on UH-60 aircraft.

    + Install autopilot systems and glass cockpits.

    + Conduct sheet metal repairs and airframe modifications.

    + Interpret blueprints and engineering drawings accurately.

    + Utilize personal tools efficiently for installations and modifications.

    Essential Skills

    + Aircraft structures experience (5+ years preferred).

    + Expertise in modification and installation processes.

    + Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and engineering drawings.

    + Experience with rotary wing platforms preferred, but other platforms considered.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Possession of own tools or willingness to acquire them.

    + Preference for rotary wing experience, but open to other platforms.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Enjoy a long-term opportunity with three-day weekends, working four 10-hour shifts in a laid-back environment. Benefit from a cheap cost of living in a beautiful area nestled between Huntsville and Chattanooga. Employees are offered the chance to earn their A&P License upon conversion to direct employment, enhancing their career growth.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work takes place in a hangar, from Tuesday to Friday, with four 10-hour shifts from 6am to 4:30pm. The location is renowned for its natural beauty and is considered the fishing capital of the world.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Guntersville, Alabama.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $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 Tuscaloosa,AL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2025.

    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.