{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"560b3099181e01f6c6495213","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/560b3099181e01f6c6495213","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/560b3099181e01f6c6495213","title":"Aircraft Structural Mechanic","description":"Position: Aircraft Structural Mechanic\nSupervisor: Production Supervisor\nClassification: Hourly, non-exempt\nShift: 1st Shift M-F 7AM-330PM & 2nd Shift M-F 330PM-12AM\n**We are currently hiring for 1st Shift & 2nd Shift**\nThe Aircraft Structural Mechanic works under the direction of the Production Supervisor within the value stream. They are responsible for assembling, repairing, modifying, and fabricating structural components of the aircraft as well as training less experienced mechanics.\nRoles & Responsibilities\nTake lead on complex build-out of multiple aircraft assemblies and subassemblies.\nRead and understand work orders, blueprints, sketches, and operation station sheets to determine sequence of operations, fastener type size and hole patterns.\nAlign and build assemblies and subassemblies on large, complex manufacturing jigs and fixtures across multiple cells and programs.\nDrill, countersink, dimple, ream, chamfer holes on complex structural assemblies for a variety of different fasteners with minimal quality defects.\nMust effectively use all hand/power tools required, including portable riveting guns, pneumatic guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner, torque wrenches, crimpers, cable tools and various other hand tools as necessary.\nLead inspections and assessments, including inquiry and analysis of scrap damage, corrosion, or wear and tear of structures.\nAssist in urgent repair tasks and provide expertise in troubleshooting structural issues to ensure quality.\nReview engineering drawings, technical manuals, and blueprints to develop repair plans and procedures with cell leader, supervisor, and engineering team.\nMaintain designed tolerances, edge distance and pitch per engineering requirements.\nMeasure parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions. Use check gauges to inspect holes and fastener tolerance.\nApply sealants on structural components as such as fillet and fay seal as required per engineering.\nCollaborate with Production Supervisor and engineering to implement modifications and upgrades to improve performance and safety.\nMentor and train assembly team on technique and procedures.\nOther duties as assigned.\nQualifications\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\nCompletion of Aviation Maintenance Professional or FAA-approved aviation technical certification, preferred.\nAbility to effectively communicate with leadership and peers.\nStrong attention to detail and ability to work in a high-pace, team-oriented work environment.\nRange-identifiers provided, per Structural Mechanic career pathing:\nLevel\nIdentifiers\n\nI\nAt least (1) year of sheet metal experience.\nBasic knowledge of aircraft systems, tools, and maintenance procedures.\nAbility to follow technical manuals and work instructions accurately.\n\nII\nAt least one (1) year of structural sheet metal assembly.\nCompletion of Aviation Maintenance Professional or FAA-approved aviation technical certification, preferred.\nBasic knowledge of aircraft systems, tools, and maintenance procedures.\n\nIII\nThree (3) or more years in a structural sheet metal assembly/mechanic role.\nCompletion of Aviation Maintenance Professional or FAA-approved aviation technical certification, preferred.\nAdvanced knowledge of aircraft systems, tools, and maintenance procedures.\n\nIV\nFive (5) or more years in a structural sheet metal assembly/mechanic role.\nCompletion of Aviation Maintenance Professional or FAA-approved aviation technical certification, preferred.\nAdvanced knowledge of aircraft systems, tools, and maintenance procedures.","company":"Vaero","rawCompany":"vaero","city":"Jacksonville","state":"FL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-23T15:37:57.496Z","occupations":[{"code":"49-3011.00","title":"Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians","slug":"aircraft-mechanics-and-service-technicians"},{"code":"51-2041.00","title":"Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters","slug":"structural-metal-fabricators-and-fitters"},{"code":"51-2011.00","title":"Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers","slug":"aircraft-structure-surfaces-rigging-and-systems-assemblers"}],"industries":[{"code":"488190","title":"Other Support Activities for Air Transportation","slug":"other-support-activities-for-air-transportation"},{"code":"336413","title":"Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Aircraft Structural Mechanic","description":"Position: Aircraft Structural Mechanic\nSupervisor: Production Supervisor\nClassification: Hourly, non-exempt\nShift: 1st Shift M-F 7AM-330PM & 2nd Shift M-F 330PM-12AM\n**We are currently hiring for 1st Shift & 2nd Shift**\nThe Aircraft Structural Mechanic works under the direction of the Production Supervisor within the value stream. They are responsible for assembling, repairing, modifying, and fabricating structural components of the aircraft as well as training less experienced mechanics.\nRoles & Responsibilities\nTake lead on complex build-out of multiple aircraft assemblies and subassemblies.\nRead and understand work orders, blueprints, sketches, and operation station sheets to determine sequence of operations, fastener type size and hole patterns.\nAlign and build assemblies and subassemblies on large, complex manufacturing jigs and fixtures across multiple cells and programs.\nDrill, countersink, dimple, ream, chamfer holes on complex structural assemblies for a variety of different fasteners with minimal quality defects.\nMust effectively use all hand/power tools required, including portable riveting guns, pneumatic guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner, torque wrenches, crimpers, cable tools and various other hand tools as necessary.\nLead inspections and assessments, including inquiry and analysis of scrap damage, corrosion, or wear and tear of structures.\nAssist in urgent repair tasks and provide expertise in troubleshooting structural issues to ensure quality.\nReview engineering drawings, technical manuals, and blueprints to develop repair plans and procedures with cell leader, supervisor, and engineering team.\nMaintain designed tolerances, edge distance and pitch per engineering requirements.\nMeasure parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions. Use check gauges to inspect holes and fastener tolerance.\nApply sealants on structural components as such as fillet and fay seal as required per engineering.\nCollaborate with Production Supervisor and engineering to implement modifications and upgrades to improve performance and safety.\nMentor and train assembly team on technique and procedures.\nOther duties as assigned.\nQualifications\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\nCompletion of Aviation Maintenance Professional or FAA-approved aviation technical certification, preferred.\nAbility to effectively communicate with leadership and peers.\nStrong attention to detail and ability to work in a high-pace, team-oriented work environment.\nRange-identifiers provided, per Structural Mechanic career pathing:\nLevel\nIdentifiers\n\nI\nAt least (1) year of sheet metal experience.\nBasic knowledge of aircraft systems, tools, and maintenance procedures.\nAbility to follow technical manuals and work instructions accurately.\n\nII\nAt least one (1) year of structural sheet metal assembly.\nCompletion of Aviation Maintenance Professional or FAA-approved aviation technical certification, preferred.\nBasic knowledge of aircraft systems, tools, and maintenance procedures.\n\nIII\nThree (3) or more years in a structural sheet metal assembly/mechanic role.\nCompletion of Aviation Maintenance Professional or FAA-approved aviation technical certification, preferred.\nAdvanced knowledge of aircraft systems, tools, and maintenance procedures.\n\nIV\nFive (5) or more years in a structural sheet metal assembly/mechanic role.\nCompletion of Aviation Maintenance Professional or FAA-approved aviation technical certification, preferred.\nAdvanced knowledge of aircraft systems, tools, and maintenance procedures.","datePosted":"2026-07-23T15:37:57.496Z","dateModified":"2026-07-23T15:37:57.496Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Vaero","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Jacksonville","addressRegion":"FL","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"560b3099181e01f6c6495213"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/560b3099181e01f6c6495213"}}