Aircraft Assembly Mechanic: Build Planes That Take Off

Energy Jobline ZR; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with match

15 days PTO per year

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vashon Aircraft in Arlington, WA is seeking a hands-on Aircraft Assembly Mechanic to help build the Vashon Ranger, a two-seat airplane designed to take people into the sky. If you take pride in precision, enjoy working with your hands, and like the idea of seeing something you built actually fly, you might be exactly who we're looking for.

You'll join a collaborative production team assembling aircraft, including sheet metal fabrication, riveting, and systems installation.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years sheet metal or aircraft assembly experience.
• Riveting experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions.
• Team player with strong English communication.

Responsibilities

• Fabricating and installing sheet metal components (wing, tail, fuselage, control surfaces).
• Performing riveting and precision assembly work.
• Assembling key aircraft systems including fuel, flight controls, landing gear, doors and seating.
• Reading and following blueprints and instructions.
• Using hand tools and shop equipment.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace.

Skills

Sheet metal

Riveting

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Vashon Aircraft in Arlington, WA is seeking a hands-on Aircraft Assembly Mechanic to help build the Vashon Ranger, a two-seat airplane designed to take people into the sky. If you take pride in precision, enjoy working with your hands, and like the idea of seeing something you built actually fly, you might be exactly who we're looking for.

You'll join a collaborative production team assembling aircraft, including sheet metal fabrication, riveting, and systems installation.