JOB TITLE:  P-8 Structures Technicians
 LOCATION:  Jacksonville, FL
 PAY RATE: $35/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 (12 months with potential for extension)
 Clearance: Must be eligible for Secret Clearance
 Shift: Variable - 1st (5:00 AM   1:30 PM) or 2nd (2:00 PM   10:30 PM)
 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:  
  Perform aircraft structural work on P-8 aircraft
 Identify and work with various fasteners (rivets, blind rivets, screws, hi-locks, bolts, lock bolts)
 Read and interpret blueprints, process data sheets, and maintenance manuals
 Execute cleaning, corrosion prevention, polishing, and dry washing tasks
 Remove and reinstall access panels and fairings; extract damaged screws without structural damage
 Perform safety wiring, cotter pin installation, sealing, and application of aircraft finishes (primer, paint, Alodine)
 Conduct close tolerance drilling (.001") and precision measurement (.0005") on metallic and composite structures
 Use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges, depth gauges, etc.)
 Part location and fabrication using jigs, fixtures, and other precision tooling
 Blueprint reading and interpretation - accurately follow engineering drawings and process sheets
 Basic mathematical and measurement skills for precision fitting and drilling
 Fabricate, locate, trim, drill/ream, and assemble metallic and composite components
 Make major and minor modifications to aircraft skins and structures
 Utilize jigs, repair equipment, and tooling to meet blueprint requirements
 
Requirements: 
  Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance
 High School Diploma or GED
 1+ years of related experience (3   5 years preferred)
 Close tolerance hole drilling experience
 Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications
 Proficiency in blueprint reading and part fabrication
 Strong mathematical and precision measurement skills
 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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