Aircraft Assembler, Bell Wichita FLRAA

Cessna Aircraft Company; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading aerospace company as an Aircraft Assembler, contributing to the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft project. You will be responsible for the assembly and completion of aircraft components, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications while working in a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and diversity. Enjoy a competitive salary and generous PTO as part of your career in aviation.

Benefits

80 hours PTO

120 hours Vacation

12-13 paid holidays annually

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in aircraft maintenance or assembly.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant license preferred.
• Basic knowledge of aircraft manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Assemble aircraft and test articles by installing sheet metal and machined assemblies.
• Perform repairs and modifications per design changes.
• Ensure proper fabrication and assembly to meet engineering objectives.

Skills

Assembly tooling

Precision measurement instruments

Strong communication skills

Intermediate computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - Aircraft Assembler, Bell Wichita FLRAA (333290)

Job Number:

333290

We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. Join us.

We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), part of the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort.

This position is onsite in Wichita, Kansas, with a work shift from Monday through Thursday, 6:00am to 4:30pm.

Aircraft Assembler, Bell Wichita FLRAA

As an aircraft assembler, you will work on and around the fuselage of the FLRAA aircraft, responsible for structural or mechanical assembled parts, maintaining accurate records of aircraft completion status daily.

You will perform assembly operations on all parts of the aircraft, including fixture and bench assembly, drilling, deburring, and installing fasteners on metal and composite components.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble aircraft and test articles by installing sheet metal and machined assemblies according to engineering instructions.
• Properly assemble and install fuselage components to meet engineering objectives and schedules, interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform repairs and modifications per design changes, replacing parts as needed.
• Ensure proper fabrication and assembly to prevent FO issues.
• Work from blueprints, sketches, and templates, using tooling jigs or fixtures as required.
• Perform composite and fiberglass layup or repair as needed.
• Create layouts to fabricate and fit parts per engineering requirements.
• Follow written and verbal work instructions and perform scheduled/unscheduled inspections.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience with assembly tooling, fixtures, and precision measurement instruments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills, including MS Office Suite.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years in aircraft maintenance or assembly.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant license preferred.
• Basic knowledge of aircraft manufacturing principles, ability to read blueprints, and perform shop math.
• Willingness to support manufacturing during overtime as needed.

Note: Bell/Textron relocation assistance is not available for this role.

What We Offer:

• Monday-Thursday 4x10 work schedule
• 80 hours PTO, 120 hours Vacation, 12-13 paid holidays annually
• Parental leave, tuition reimbursement, competitive salary, health insurance
• Access to Employee Resource Groups and more

Join us to make your mark on the future of aviation and be part of history.

We foster a culture driven by innovation, purpose, and diverse perspectives.

EEO Statement: Textron is committed to equal opportunity employment for all applicants and employees, regardless of protected characteristics. This position requires compliance with ITAR/EAR regulations, and non-U.S. persons must meet access eligibility requirements.