Airframe Technician

Selecttech-Services-Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SelectTech is seeking an Airframe Technician in Colorado Springs to assemble major structures and perform precision part fitting on aerospace vehicles. You will align components using jigs, verify dimensions with precision tools, and modify assemblies while maintaining strict quality controls.

The role requires interpretation of schematics, 5–10 years of depot-level experience, and ability to work both independently and in teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5–10 years depot level structural installations/repairs on large aircraft.
• Ability to read schematics, diagrams, blueprints and manuals and install per drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and/or create major assembly structures and perform minor part-fitting operations.
• Align parts on jigs and aircraft using templates; verify dimensions with micrometers/calipers.
• Modify assemblies and incorporate changes; monitor and verify quality per procedures.

Skills

Schematic interpretation

Structure assembly

Fastener installation

Teamwork / independent work

Quality compliance

Communication skills

Security clearance readiness

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

A&P license awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AS9100 System knowledge

Job description

Are you a skilled AirframeTechnician ready to work on cutting-edge aircraft in a dynamic and supportive environment? We’re looking for detail-oriented, hands-on professionals to join our team and play a vital role in maintaining the safety, performance, and integrity of aircraft structures.

As an AirframeTechnician at SelectTech, you will be using your skills and expertise to assemble and/or create major assembly structures and minor part-fitting operations such as filing, sawing, burring, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming. You will be responsible for aligning parts on jigs and aerospace vehicles using templates and fixtures and measuring parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions. You also may be responsible for modifying incomplete and complete assemblies and incorporating the changes into the structure, and monitoring and verifying quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• 5-10 years’ experience performing depot level structural installations/repairs on large military cargo aircraft or commercial equivalents.
• Ability to understand and interpret applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications; ability to complete installations per technical drawings while maintaining edge distance and pitch.
• Progressive experience with structure assembly, minor part fitting techniques and repair and refinishing such as airframe corrosion removal/prevention, as applicable.
• Ability to install various fasteners such as rivets and hi-locks.
• May require certain certifications in field.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience operating within an AS9100 Quality Management System.
• Effective communication skills in a fast paced, complex manufacturing environment.
• Able to work as a part of a team or alone depending on complexity of installation.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant License, preferred, but not required.
• Relevant prior military service working on C-130 variant airframes.
• Solid judgement and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and computer skills.
• Must be able to qualify for and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

EOE AA M/F/VET/DISABILITY/SEXUAL ORIENTATION/GENDER IDENTITY

SelectTech Services complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Department, [phone], [e-mail].

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Full Benefit Package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Supplemental Insurance Plans, Long Term Care, paid vacation, holidays and more.

Required Education

High School or Equivalent

Required Experience

5 to 10 years

Security Clearance Note

Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance, if applicable