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Hourly Aircraft Structures Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Aircraft Mechanic I (Avionics)

Lemoore, CA · On-site

$27.25 - $36/hr

The Aircraft Mechanic I troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight ... Perform phase, scheduled, unscheduled, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections.

Aircraft Mechanic I

Groton, CT

$28.50 - $37.50/hr

Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional ... Performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar ...

A&P Mechanic (GEG)

Spokane, WA · On-site

$32.53 - $37.37/hr

In-depth knowledge of aircraft structures, systems, maintenance, and inspection practices along ... Starting hourly base pay range (DOE): $28.53 - $33.37 * Qualifying hourly pay Incentives: $2.00 ...

In-depth knowledge of aircraft structures, systems, maintenance, and inspection practices, along ... Starting hourly base pay range (DOE): $28.53 - $33.37 * Qualifying hourly pay incentives: $5.00 ...

The CBP Aircraft Mechanic maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural ... This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In ...

The CBP Aircraft Mechanic maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural ... This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In ...

Aircraft Worker - SB - PHF

Newport News, VA · On-site

$20.50 - $27/hr

... in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls • This mechanic repairs ... and other hourly or calendar inspections • This mechanic: adjusts, repairs, or replaces ...

UH60 Aircraft Mechanic

Groton, CT · On-site

$28.50 - $37.50/hr

Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional ... Performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar ...

A&P Mechanic (GTF)

Great Falls, MT · On-site

$35.53 - $40.37/hr

In-depth knowledge of aircraft structures, systems, maintenance, and inspection practices, along ... Starting hourly base pay range (DOE): $28.53 - $33.37 * Qualifying hourly pay incentives: $5.00 ...

Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional ... Performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar ...

Aircraft Mechanic I

Groton, CT · On-site

$28.50 - $37.50/hr

Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional ... Performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar ...

UH60 Aircraft Mechanic

Groton, CT

$28.50 - $37.50/hr

Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional ... Performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar ...

Aircraft Mechanic II

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$27.25 - $35.75/hr

The Aircraft Mechanic II troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight ... This mechanic performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or ...

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How much do hourly aircraft structures jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly aircraft structures in the United States is $23.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Aircraft Structures vs Aircraft Assemblers?

AspectHourly Aircraft StructuresAircraft Assemblers
CertificationsTypically requires FAA certifications and relevant technical trainingOften requires similar certifications, with emphasis on assembly skills
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, aircraft maintenance facilitiesAircraft manufacturing lines, repair shops
Job FocusDesign, repair, and structural modifications of aircraftAssembling aircraft components and structures

Hourly Aircraft Structures and Aircraft Assemblers share similar certifications and work environments, often overlapping in manufacturing and maintenance settings. The main difference lies in scope: Hourly Aircraft Structures may involve more specialized structural work, while Aircraft Assemblers focus on assembling parts. Both roles are essential in aircraft production and maintenance industries.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Aircraft Structures job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% Locum Tenens, 71% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 7% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,283 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

Aircraft Mechanic III - KC-46 with Security Clearance

Amentum

Edwards, CA

$56.90/hr

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Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Responsibilities include, but not limited to: * Adheres to all Technical Orders, GOPs/SOPs, Air Force Instructions, and any other directives identified by Site Management or the PWS * Work with other mechanics and technical representatives to trouble shoot, diagnose and solve unusual and complex maintenance problems. * Ability to apply logic and good judgment, understand technical order diagrams and procedures, use test equipment for analysis of airframe, engine, flight control, pneudraulic, fuel, electrical/electronic systems, problems. * Plan and schedule aircraft utilization and maintenance activity and coordinates performance with operational customer. * Maintain accurate parts inventory. * Assign maintenance and repair tasks and monitors/evaluates their completion. * Responsibility to oversee and performs aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing operations. * Inspects aircraft structures, systems, components, and related systems. * Responsibility to oversee and performs aircraft and component inspections. * Interprets inspection findings and determines adequacy of corrective actions. * Perform and sign off aircraft safe for flight inspections. * Perform launch, recovery, scheduled and unscheduled inspections/maintenance. * Preflight/thru flight/BPO inspections, ground handling, minor maintenance, and servicing. * Perform routine troubleshooting, installation, repair and maintenance of all electro-mechanical systems and components on the aircraft at the organizational level of maintenance. * Services aircraft. Performs end-of-runway, post-flight, preflight, thru-flight, and phase inspections. * Troubleshoots and maintains aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment. * Removes and installs aircraft components. * Coordinates with QA and the government to understand which tasks require In Process Inspections (IPIs) and Mandatory Government Inspections (MGIs) and ensures government and/or QA is on-site to perform IPIs and MGIs. * Upon request, attend local maintenance production and scheduling meetings, providing aircraft status updates and assisting in scheduling aircraft maintenance activities * Completes aircraft forms and maintenance information systems documentation accurately, completing all documentation as soon as practical, but always prior to the end of shift. * Orders parts and equipment through the Air Force supply system and ensures supply discipline, categorizing orders in accordance with Air Force parts/supply/equipment urgency designators. * Assists in implementing the Base Emergency Management Program. * Operates vehicles on the flightline in accordance with local airfield driving requirements. * Notifies the government when aircraft are "crew ready" in accordance with timelines prescribed in the PWS. * Conducts aircrew debriefs. * Assists with providing OJT to Mechanics/Technicians, to include signing off training records. * Perform all other position-related duties as assigned. Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: * Minimum of twelve (12) years working knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations experience must include complying with all applicable aircraft servicing procedures, aircraft maintenance manuals, and parts catalogs. * Aircraft maintenance experience on KC-46 aircraft preferred. * Current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) preferred. * Must have a broad working knowledge of aircraft maintenance, inspection techniques, FAA regulations, and Air Force technical publications. * Demonstrated leadership ability combined with attention to detail. * Must have knowledge of the scope and limitation of various categories of maintenance and their application. * Must have a current state drivers license. * Must be able to obtain and maintain Secret clearance. NOTE: U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work site. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: * Must possess the ability to carry and lift overhead up to 50 pounds. * Duties include walking, climbing, standing, stooping, stretching, and squatting for purposes of moving equipment, boarding and de-boarding the aircraft, performing maintenance using ladders, and performing maintenance atop and below aircraft. * Work is primarily performed outside in a high-level noise environment. * Performing maintenance in low-light areas, operating support equipment after daylight hours. Work is occasionally performed in inclement weather. Compensation Details: $56.90 per hour The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Compensation Details:
56.90 Original Posting: Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .