Aircraft Assembler

The Structures Company; Florida; On-site; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Job summary

The Structures Company in Pinellas Park, FL is seeking an Aircraft Assembler to interpret blueprints, use precision measuring equipment, and assemble and refurbish aircraft components to ensure defect-free products.

The role requires a US Person per ITAR, a high school diploma, and experience reading blueprints with basic hand tools; it's a contract position with potential extension.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be a U.S. Person per ITAR.
• Experience reading blueprints and interpreting specifications.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints and work instructions to assemble aircraft components.
• Use precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions.
• Perform drilling, riveting, and fastening with aircraft-specific hardware.
• Modify or repair assemblies to incorporate engineering changes.
• Ensure a defect-free product through proper assembly.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Precision measurement

Hole layout

Sheet metal fabrication

Aircraft assembly

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Drills

Torque wrenches

Inspection tools

Job description

JOB TITLE: Aircraft Assembler

LOCATION: Pinellas Park

F PAY RATE: $26-31.44/hour

Job Details

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Summary

Interpret blueprints and work instructions to assemble aircraft components. Utilize precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions with tolerances up to .001”. Perform hand drilling and installation of aircraft-specific fasteners. Complete part-fitting operations including filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, drilling, reaming, riveting, countersinking, and cold working. Drill close tolerance holes and measure parts using various methods to verify dimensions. Modify or repair assemblies to incorporate engineering changes. Perform a variety of operations to manufacture, assemble, and refurbish aircraft parts and structures. Ensure a defect-free product through assembly operations.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic experience with reading blueprints and interpreting specifications and/or technical publications.
• Basic experience with basic hand tools including drills, torque wrenches, and inspection tools.
• Ability to use precision instruments.
• Basic experience with locating holes from blueprints by hand layout, tooling jigs, engineering prints, or technology-based platforms.
• Basic experience in sheet metal manufacturing and/or assembly.
• Aircraft Assembly experience preferred.

About Us

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles. As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords

• aerospace
• aviation
• engineering
• maintenance
• aircraft design
• defense