• Structures Mechanic

    Aerotek (Memphis, TN)


    Job Title: Structures Mechanic

    Job Description

    The Structures Mechanic will perform maintenance operations involving the removal and replacement of aircraft and powerplant components, including tasks such as bolting, torquing, adjusting rigging, and safety wiring. This role also includes modifying, replacing, or overhauling aircraft systems to ensure airworthiness. All work must be completed in compliance with FAA-approved technical data and customer-approved maintenance manuals, while adhering to quality standards outlined in company and regulatory guidance materials.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform removal and replacement of aircraft and powerplant components.

    + Modify, replace, or overhaul aircraft systems to ensure airworthiness.

    + Complete tasks to quality standards within estimated or budgeted hours.

    + Read and utilize maintenance manuals and other documents for troubleshooting.

    + Ensure accuracy and proper annotation of maintenance documents.

    + Safely use and operate ground support equipment, maintaining necessary certifications.

    + Promote a culture of safety by adhering to safety guidelines.

    + Execute proper handling of parts tags for repairable, serviceable, or condemned parts.

    + Effectively interface with management, other departments, and co-workers.

    + Maintain cleanliness of personal and adjacent work areas.

    + Be able to work any or all shifts.

    Essential Skills

    + A&P license

    + Experience in aircraft maintenance

    + Proficiency with sheet metal and composites

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + 2 years of experience in structures or composites

    + Experience with large corporate aircraft preferred (will accept candidates with any aircraft type)

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    This position offers great growth potential within a supportive environment that values safety and quality. Employees are encouraged to develop their skills and advance in their careers.

    Pay Structure

    + Based on experience:

    + 2 years = $26.00/hr

    + 3 years = $27.00/hr

    + 4 years = $28.00/hr

    + 5 years = $30.00/hr

    + 6 years = $31.00/hr

    + 7 years = $32.00/hr

    + 10 years = $36.00/hr

    + **Licensed Premium:** +$2.00/hr per license

    **Shift:** Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

     

    Work Environment

     

    You will work in a hangar and ramp atmosphere, which may include uncontrolled climate conditions. Flexibility in working shifts is required.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Memphis, TN.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $45760.00 - $83200.00/yr.

     

    • Medical Insurance

    • 100% Employer Paid Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance

    • 401K with Employer Contribution

    • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

    • Education Reimbursement (related field)

    • Employee Referral Program and Recognition Program

    • Paid Holidays and 15 Paid Time-Off Days annually

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Memphis,TN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 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.