Job Title: Aircraft Technician – C-17 Fuel Systems

Salary: $44.73 per hour

Location: San Antonio, TX

Job Description

This role focuses on the assembly and integration of aircraft structures and systems, with a strong emphasis on C-17 integral fuel cell assemblies and major wing structures. You will work on composite and metal aircraft, building and attaching major wing assemblies, joining fuselage and wing sections, and installing and reworking plumbing, electrical components, systems, and structures. The position requires extensive hands-on work inside confined wing fuel cells, use of a wide range of hand and power tools, and consistent adherence to technical work instructions, drawings, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and comprehend technical work instructions, engineering drawings, and specifications to perform assembly tasks accurately.
• Assemble and install parts, structural components, and sub-assemblies to build and attach major wing assemblies, including sealing, plumbing systems, and electrical components.
• Perform procedures related to fuselage and wing joining, ensuring correct fit, alignment, and structural integrity.
• Work on composite and metal aircraft structures using drills and high-impact vibratory tools, including bucking and riveting operations.
• Use a variety of tools such as screwdrivers, lock bolt pullers, power screwdrivers, C-squeeze tools, ratchet wrenches, nut runners, torque wrenches, crimpers, cable tools, and other hand tools to complete assembly tasks.
• Apply and work with chemical lubricants, solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints, and special finishes in accordance with procedures.
• Operate computers in a production environment to access work instructions, enter data, and document work performed.
• Inspect completed work for quality, ensuring compliance with specifications and identifying and correcting defects.
• Perform Foreign Object Debris (FOD) checks and maintain a clean, safe work area to protect aircraft systems and structures.
• Operate mechanical lifts of various types, such as scissors lifts and elevated work platforms, to access work areas safely.
• Work inside confined spaces within wing fuel cells for extended periods, performing sealing, inspection, and assembly tasks.
• Perform fine finger manipulation, including keyboarding and tool handling, to complete detailed assembly and documentation tasks.
• Read from computer screens, printed drawings, and documents to ensure accurate execution of work.

Essential Skills

• Ability to access and enter a wing fuel tank opening of approximately 18 inches, including working inside confined fuel cell spaces.
• 2 year of experience using various types of handheld power tools in a production, maintenance, or similar environment.
• 2 year of experience following oral and written instructions accurately in a technical or industrial setting.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding technical work instructions, drawings, and specifications.
• Comfort working with chemical lubricants, solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints, and special finishes.
• Experience using drills and high-impact vibratory tools, including bucking and riveting operations.
• Ability to use common hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, lock bolt pullers, power screwdrivers, C-squeeze tools, ratchet wrenches, nut runners, torque wrenches, crimpers, and cable tools.
• Ability to operate computers in a production environment for accessing instructions and recording work.
• Physical ability to perform extended periods (approximately 6–8 hours) of bending, kneeling, reaching, standing, climbing, crawling, crouching, and working from elevated platforms.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing approximately 10–35 pounds on a regular basis.
• Comfort working in environments with constant noise and within confined spaces for several hours per shift.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality, including performing thorough inspections and FOD checks.

Why Work Here?

You will contribute directly to high-profile defense and commercial aviation programs while working with advanced aircraft structures and systems. The role offers the stability and structure of a Service Contract Act–governed position, along with the potential for extension or transition to a full-time opportunity based on performance. You will join a professional team environment where technical skills are valued, training and development are supported, and you can build a long-term career in the aerospace industry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SAN ANTONIO, TX.

The pay range for this position is $44.73 - $44.73/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)

This is a fully onsite position in SAN ANTONIO,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.