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Job Title: Fuel Cell Mechanic

Job Description

As a Fuel Cell Mechanic, you will be responsible for the removal, installation, and inspection of fuel cells/bladders, as well as the assembly and installation of components such as fuel lines, hardware, and fittings on various aircraft. You will analyze aircraft sealing, structural, and assembly drawings to detect seal level deficiencies, diagnose leak test results, and recommend corrective actions. This role involves disassembly and teardown operations of aircraft fuel systems, following specific procedures and techniques, and performing operational checks of systems and components.

Responsibilities

• Perform removal, installation, and inspection of fuel cells and components.
• Analyze aircraft drawings to detect deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Diagnose and correct errors related to aircraft fuel systems and components.
• Perform disassembly and teardown operations on aircraft fuel systems.
• Install fuel cells and components following specific procedures and techniques.
• Use appropriate pressure test equipment and perform necessary repairs.
• Ensure quality standards and maintain schedules.
• Notify supervision of any malfunctions, defects, and damages.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Assist other aircraft mechanics as required.

Essential Skills

• 2 to 4 years of experience in relevant duties.
• Knowledge of shop mathematics, assembly methods, and practices.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments.
• Experience with hand and pneumatic tools.
• Ability to operate ground support equipment.
• Experience in fuel/defuel and leak checking fuel systems.
• Capability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to remove and install equipment and components accurately.
• Ability to identify, clean, and treat different types of corrosion.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to document maintenance and repair actions clearly.
• Adherence to safety guidelines and ability to perform duties on all shifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Understanding of shop practice and ability to work from drawings and sketches.
• Experience in ordering parts, tools, and materials as required.

Why Work Here?

Employees are provided opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. The company fosters a supportive and dynamic work environment, encouraging collaboration and innovation. It offers flexibility with the potential to transition into direct roles with leading industry players.

Work Environment

The work environment is an open-bay, non-climate controlled facility. Employees are required to work on different shifts, including 1st Shift (M-F 5:30am-2:30pm) and 2nd Shift (M-F 2pm-10:30pm), with optional overtime. Employees can expense up to $100 per year for steel-toed shoes.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 Mar 24, 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.