VP Aviation is hiring experienced Aircraft Structures Mechanics to support aircraft production operations in the Dallas, Texas area.
This role supports aircraft production work inside a structured manufacturing environment. Mechanics should have experience working on OEM aircraft production lines or Tier-1 aerostructure suppliers supporting commercial or defense aircraft builds.
Average weekly salary ranges $2,000 not including OT. Heavy overtime is available and expect to work 60-70 hours per week. For your exact pay rate, including per diem (if qualified) and overtime, apply and a VP Aviation recruiter will contact you directly with full details.
Structures mechanics with production experience at facilities such as Stuart, Florida; Charleston, South Carolina; Everett, Washington; and similar OEM or Tier-1 aircraft manufacturing locations are typically a strong fit for this project.
→ THE PROJECT
This assignment is expected to run 6–8 weeks initially, with the goal of extending into a long-term assignment if project performance and production needs align.
→ THE HOURS
Mechanics should expect 60-70 hours per week with consistent overtime available throughout the project.
→ THE EXPERIENCE
Qualified candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of aircraft structures experience, with 10+ years preferred, supporting aircraft manufacturing or production assembly programs.
Key Responsibilities
Aircraft Structures Mechanics will support production assembly and structural installation on commercial or defense aircraft programs.
Responsibilities include:
• Perform aircraft structural assembly on production aircraft builds
• Execute precision drilling, reaming, and fastener installation in accordance with engineering specifications
• Install structural components including ribs, spars, stringers, brackets, and subassemblies
• Use drill motors, countersinks, fixtures, and other specialized aircraft assembly tools
• Perform close-tolerance hole preparation and fastener installation
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions
• Perform shimming and structural alignment per assembly specifications
• Maintain strict adherence to production quality standards and documentation requirements
• Work collaboratively with quality inspectors, manufacturing engineers, and production leadership
This role requires mechanics who are comfortable working within high-volume aircraft production environments where precision and teamwork are essential.
Required Experience
• Minimum 5 years aircraft structures experience
• 10+ years preferred
• Experience supporting OEM aircraft manufacturing or Tier-1 aerostructure suppliers
• Strong experience with precision drilling, reaming, countersinking, and fastener installation
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and production work instructions
About VP Aviation
VP Aviation connects aircraft maintenance professionals with contract jobs supporting aircraft production, heavy maintenance, modifications, and special projects across the United States.
Founded to support MROs, OEMs, airlines, and repair stations with experienced maintenance teams and hourly support, VP Aviation is a growing company built on integrity and safety.
Learn more about us @ https://vpaviation.net/
