Aircraft Flight Operations Mechanic (Defense Program)

Job Title: General Mechanic/Flight Operations Specialist (FA-18 E/F aircraft)

For additional details, or to apply, please contact Mark Breidenthal at 3 1 6 - 5 1 9 - 1 5 3 5

Job Description

Perform maintenance operations on aircraft, aircraft equipment, engines, components, and systems in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier, and other directives. Support aircraft modification and perform Airframe & Powerplant repairs, including potential Fuel Cell work.

Responsibilities

• Remove, install, and rig flight controls.
• Conduct CDI or CDQAR inspections, removal, installation, and functional checks.
• Perform hydraulic component removal and installation.
• Engage in depot disassembly and rebuilds.
• Operate ground support equipment.
• Perform aircraft component and assembly checkouts.
• Document maintenance and repair actions clearly.
• Order parts, tools, materials, and equipment as necessary.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in aircraft maintenance, depot level repair, and overhaul.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and technical manuals.
• Skilled in using pneumatic tools, torque wrenches, and common hand tools.
• Familiarity with large aircraft and components, such as airframe and powerplant.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform duties on all shifts and in varying environmental conditions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with flight line, ramp, and flight operations mechanics.
• Capability to remove and replace panels, floorboards, and sealing compounds.
• Proficient in documenting equipment status, logs, and parts requests.
• Adherence to safety equipment protocols.

Why Work Here?

This position offers the opportunity to transition directly to a large DOD company, providing a stable and rewarding career path.

Work Environment

The position is based in a military hangar, with work conducted in an open-bay, non-climate controlled environment. Shifts include 1st Shift: M-F 5:30am-2:30pm and 2nd Shift: M-F 2pm-10:30pm. Flexibility to work any shift is required. Employees are entitled to expense $100 per year for Steel Toed Shoes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 San Antonio,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 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.