Structural Technician III

Full-time Contract Position – Hagerstown, MD

Our Client delivers customer-focused operations and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. Through leading-edge technologies and transformative solutions, it has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and one of America’s fastest-growing corporations. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) team also provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection, and security solutions worldwide. #InnovatingBeyondLimits

The Company

Our Client’s mission is to stay ahead of the curve, developing solutions today to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. With over 60 years of leadership, they have driven transformative change in the aerospace and defense industry. Their innovative solutions provide connected protection through advanced command, control, and communications platforms, along with capabilities in ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and more, ensuring national security across multiple domains. Dedicated to expanding the industrial base and delivering open architecture platforms, our client plays a crucial role in fostering competition, providing value, and accelerating innovation. Their ability to scale and commitment to open architecture set them apart in driving industry progress.

The Position

The Structural Technician III is an experienced hands-on professional responsible for the assembly, modification, and repair of major and minor aerospace structures. This role requires precision, mechanical expertise, and a deep understanding of structural fabrication techniques. Based in Hagerstown, Maryland, this full-time, one-year contract position offers a competitive hourly rate of $35–$45. The ideal candidate will have advanced skills in fitting, riveting, drilling, and alignment operations, as well as the ability to interpret complex technical schematics and blueprints. Working in a fast-paced aerospace environment, the Structural Technician III ensures every component meets the highest quality, performance, and safety standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assemble, modify, and repair major and minor structural assemblies using advanced fabrication techniques such as riveting, drilling, reaming, trimming, and framing
Interpret and apply technical schematics, blueprints, and engineering drawings to ensure accurate structural alignment and adherence to design specifications
Measure and verify part dimensions using precision tools such as micrometers, calipers, and templates to confirm conformance with engineering standards
Align parts and components on jigs and fixtures to ensure proper fit, finish, and function of assemblies within aerospace vehicles
Incorporate design or engineering changes into incomplete or completed assemblies while maintaining structural integrity and compliance
Inspect and verify work quality using statistical process controls or other quality assurance procedures to meet performance and safety requirements
Maintain tools, materials, and workstations in proper condition while following all safety protocols and equipment handling guidelines
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve issues, improve efficiency, and ensure timely project completion
Support mentoring and guidance of junior technicians, sharing expertise and best practices for structural assembly and repair

Supervisory Responsibilities

No immediate direct reports

Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 5 or more years of relevant experience
A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
Must have/own tools in good working order
Ability to understand and interpret applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications
Ability to complete installations per technical drawings while maintaining edge distance and pitch
Progressive experience with structure assembly, minor part fitting techniques and repair and refinishing such as airframe corrosion removal, as applicable
Ability to install various fasteners such as rivets and hi-locks

Preferred Experience

Ability to travel
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, NASA or US Military
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required

Work Environment

On-site position located in Hagerstown, Maryland
This is a 1-year contract

Compensation

Position offers an hourly W2 Rate between $35 - $45, with additional benefits

Requirements

Because this client is a Federal Government Contractor performing services for the DoD, US Air Force, NASA and others, they do require US, Non-Dual Citizenship

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None required

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.