JOB TITLE: F-18 Electrical - DEFENSE
LOCATION: New Orleans, LA
PAY RATE: Up to $43/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 have the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
Shift: 1st
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:
Maintain aircraft avionics, electrical systems, and associated equipment.
Remove, install, and inspect avionics/electrical components and related gear.
Perform daily, pre-/post-flight, and periodic aircraft inspections.
Support flight operations including launch, recovery, turnaround, and plane captain duties.
Assemble, disassemble, or modify systems and components to correct faults or support upgrades.
Configure aerospace vehicles and perform bench testing of equipment.
Troubleshoot complex electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Conduct validation/verification testing of systems and components.
Document maintenance actions and ensure regulatory and contractual compliance.
Inspect repairs and components for flightworthiness.
Promote safety, quality, and compliance in all work.
May oversee training and direct other technicians.
Works under general direction.
Requirements:
Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
An interim and/or final Secret Clearance post-start is required.
High school diploma/GED
Minimum 5 years of experience with military fighter aircraft maintenance
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
Comfortable working variable shifts including nights and weekends
Minimum 1 year of experience interpreting technical manuals and publications
Able to work in all weather conditions with exposure to loud noise and exhaust
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
Preferred Skills:
F/A-18 (AT/AE) qualifications
Fighter avionics/electrical modification experience
Experience with Navy 4790.1 documentation and requirements
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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