Aerospace Drilling Technician

HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing and recruiting firm is looking for an experienced Aerospace Drilling Technician to support the assembly, installation, and inspection of aerospace structural components. The technician will work with blueprints and specifications to ensure high-quality builds. Responsibilities include drilling, fastening, and performing inspections to meet safety and quality standards. Prior experience in aerospace structures and strong mechanical aptitude are essential. This is a 6-month contract position with possibilities for extension.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in aerospace structures or aircraft structural assembly.
• Strong blueprint reading and mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install primary and secondary aircraft/spacecraft structures.
• Perform drilling, fastening, riveting, torquing, and shimming operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Perform inspections to ensure conformance to engineering and quality requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Use of precision measuring tools

Job description

Job Title

Aerospace Drilling Technician

Duration

6-month contract (Possible Extension / FTE)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Aerospace Drilling Technician to support the assembly, installation, and inspection of aerospace structural components. The technician will work from engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions to ensure high-quality builds that meet strict safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install primary and secondary aircraft/spacecraft structures
• Perform drilling, fastening, riveting, torquing, and shimming operations
• Work with aluminum, steel, and composite materials
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications
• Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments
• Perform inspections to ensure conformance to engineering and quality requirements
• Follow safety, FOD, and quality procedures at all times

Requirements

• Prior experience in aerospace structures or aircraft structural assembly
• Strong blueprint reading and mechanical aptitude
• Experience with precision measuring toolsAbility to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment