Structural Technician

Job Title: Structural Technician III

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Duration: 1 year, Temp to Hire

Pay Rate: $40.00/hour

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Structural Technician III to support aerospace structural assembly and modification tasks. This role involves working with major assemblies and minor part-fitting operations, ensuring precision and quality in alignment, measurement, and installation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in aerospace structural work, strong technical interpretation skills, and the ability to work in physically demanding environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble major structures and perform minor part-fitting operations (filing, sawing, burring, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, reaming).
• Align parts on jigs and aerospace vehicles using templates and fixtures.
• Measure parts using micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions.
• Modify incomplete or complete assemblies and incorporate structural changes.
• Monitor and verify quality using statistical process control or other procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety-sensitive protocols and aviation standards.
• Operate or supervise heavy or dangerous equipment and machinery.
• Inspect structures, equipment, or vehicles for safety and performance.
• Perform duties in outdoor environments and occasionally around hazardous materials.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Frequent walking, sitting, standing, and stair climbing.
• Repetitive hand, arm, and finger motions; strong dexterity required.
• Visual acuity for close, distance, depth perception, and color differentiation.
• Hearing ability to discern tones and volumes.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Exposure to outdoor elements and loud noises.
• Occasional exposure to fumes or hazardous chemicals.

Required Skills

• Must own tools in good working condition.
• Ability to interpret technical schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Experience with structural assembly and minor part fitting techniques.
• Skilled in installing fasteners such as rivets and hi-locks.
• Experience in airframe corrosion removal and refinishing.

Preferred Skills

• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Background in Aerospace & Defense, DoD, NASA, or U.S. Military.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance (if required).

Education & Experience

Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Typically, 5+ years of relevant experience in aerospace structural work.
• A higher-level degree may substitute for experience.
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education.