JOB TITLE: General Aircraft and Bench Test Mechanic - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
PAY RATE: $47.78/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (3 years with potential for extension)

• Security Clearance: Secret (Interim acceptable)

• Shift: Second shift; training hours 6:00 AM 2:30 PM, transitioning to 2:00 PM 10:30 PM after training.

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Assemble, disassemble, modify, and upgrade aerospace vehicle components to correct failures and implement changes

• Oversee assembly, disassembly, and overhaul activities

• Configure aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment

• Troubleshoot complex pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems to isolate and repair faults

• Perform validation and verification testing on systems and components

• Document repairs, test results, modifications, and inspection outcomes to ensure regulatory and contractual compliance

• Inspect components and verify flightworthiness requirements

• Provide oversight and training support to team members

• Work under general direction in a production and maintenance environment

Requirements:

• Security Clearance: Secret (Interim acceptable)

• High School diploma or GED

• 4+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., vocational school or Associate degree with 2+ years, Bachelor's degree, etc.).

• Carrying equipment, climbing ladders, working on top of aircraft in a harness

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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