Structural Technician IV

Location: Vandalia, OH Salary: $40.00 USD Hourly - $46.55 USD Hourly Description:
Title: Structural Technician IV

Position Title: Structural Technician IV
Pay: $46.55/hr. on W2

Job Type: Full-Time Contract, 1 Year Contract to Hire
Industry: Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Structural Technician IV to perform complex aerospace structural assembly, modification, repair, and integration activities in a manufacturing environment. This position plays a critical role in building and maintaining aerospace structures while ensuring strict adherence to engineering specifications, quality standards, and production schedules.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in aerospace structural assembly, blueprint interpretation, precision drilling, fastener installation, and aircraft structure fabrication. This role also serves as a technical leader, providing guidance to junior technicians and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the production organization.

Key Responsibilities

Structural Assembly & Fabrication

• Perform advanced structural assembly operations involving aircraft and aerospace components.
• Assemble, fit, modify, and repair structural assemblies using engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Execute precision drilling, reaming, countersinking, riveting, fastening, and alignment operations.
• Perform minor part fitting processes including filing, trimming, sawing, deburring, and framing.
• Install aerospace fasteners including rivets, hi-locks, and related hardware.
• Utilize templates, fixtures, and jigs to ensure proper alignment and assembly accuracy.
• Incorporate engineering changes and modifications into existing assemblies and structures.

Blueprint Interpretation & Inspection

• Read and interpret technical schematics, blueprints, manuals, engineering drawings, and fabrication documents.
• Verify dimensions and tolerances using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, and calibrated tools.
• Conduct inspections throughout the assembly process to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Identify workmanship issues and support corrective actions when necessary.

Leadership & Technical Support

• Lead and oversee complex assembly projects while ensuring quality and schedule objectives are achieved.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to technicians across multiple experience levels.
• Serve as a liaison between production, engineering, quality, and management teams.
• Support cross-functional collaboration to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve processes.
• Assist in developing and implementing best practices and standardized work instructions.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor product quality using established process controls and inspection procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on productivity, quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all manufacturing, quality, and safety requirements.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective action implementation.

Equipment & Maintenance

• Maintain, inspect, and ensure proper calibration of tools and equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance activities to support production readiness.
• Utilize personal tools as required for structural assembly operations.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Typically 8-15+ years of aerospace structural assembly or related manufacturing experience.
• Advanced experience performing structural assembly, modification, repair, and fitting operations.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical schematics, engineering drawings, manuals, and technical publications.
• Experience with precision drilling, reaming, countersinking, riveting, and fastener installation.
• Extensive experience using precision measuring equipment and calibrated tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and lead projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must possess personal tools in good working condition.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Aerospace Manufacturing, Aviation Maintenance, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Advanced aerospace manufacturing certifications.
• Experience leading large-scale manufacturing or assembly projects.
• Aerospace and defense industry experience.
• Military aviation, aircraft maintenance, or Department of Defense experience.
• Experience with airframe repair, corrosion removal, refinishing, and structural modifications.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required.

Required Skills

• Aerospace Structural Assembly
• Technical Documentation Interpretation
• Blueprint Reading & Interpretation
• Technical Schematics Interpretation
• Fastener Installation
• Rivet Installation
• Hi-Lock Installation
• Precision Measuring Tools
• Structural Modifications
• Quality Inspection
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Aircraft Structure Fabrication
• Aviation Sheet Metal Work

Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.
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