Assembler Technician in Training - First Shift

Cirrus Aircraft

Duluth (MN)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 33,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Employer-Paid Insurance

FSAs/HSA

Well-being Program

401(k) Match

PTO & Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Community Involvement

Job summary

Cirrus Aircraft in Duluth, MN seeks a Production Technician in Composites or Assembly to learn hand tools and pneumatic fixtures and to assemble parts for aircraft. The role emphasizes flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to learn new skills as needed.

You will start by learning essential assembly tasks, gain experience with rivets, screws, and bolts, read engineering drawings, and ensure work meets design requirements while maintaining a clean and safe workstation.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Basic tool knowledge and good judgment when selecting the proper tool for the job.

Responsibilities

Learn Cirrus processes and assembly methods.
Inspect, build and install aircraft components.
Read drawings and understand specifications.
Follow build instructions and document processes.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Hand tools usage

Reading engineering drawings

Assembly basics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Torque tools

Basic shop tools

Job description

Overview

As a Production Technician in Composites or Assembly, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks that are pivotal to building a plane or jet. As a technician you will be learning to use a variety of hand tools and use of pneumatic fixtures to assemble parts. The role requires flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to learn new skills as needed.

Responsibilities

Learn about Assembler role and Cirrus processes
Develop early skills in how to inspect, build and install aircraft components
Start reading and understanding engineering drawing and specifications
Learn about parts, parts fit, clearance, alignment, and functional performance complies with design requirements to gain confidence and familiarity
Understand importance of cleaning, set up and use of bonding, drilling, and holding fixtures
Begin skills in installing rivets, screws and bolts, using appropriate tools
Identify and learn routes for wires, cables and tubing
Grow skills in Torques hardware and fitting, practicing various tools and test equipment
Learn to understand, follow and properly document aircraft build instructions
Wears personal protective equipment as required and may include a respirator
Learns to mix and apply adhesives, resins, and sealants per instructions
Maintains a clear and organized workstation to department standards

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

High School diploma or GED required.
Required knowledge of basic tools and uses good judgment when selecting the proper tool for the job.

Preferred Qualifications:The following skills and backgrounds can also be considered relevant depending on the amount/combination of experience/expertise. Preferred minimum one-year relevant experience and/or training related to skills/experiences listed below.

Ability to read blueprints and drawings and able to calculate dimensions within a thousandth of an inch, preferred.
Auto/marine mechanic and collision repair: Ability to work on auto/marine items to remove and install components.
Assembly: Perform basic assembly tasks, such as installing parts and hardware, as required following specific instructions.
Low/Medium volume Manufacturing: Slower manufacturing settings where some hands-on assembly is required.
High Volume Manufacturing: High volume manufacturing settings that are more station based or automation is used to produce the product.
Military: Guard, Reserves and active military experience in a non-mechanical discipline.
Surface Preparation: Prep surfaces for adhesives by cleaning, sanding, and masking areas to ensure proper adhesion.
Carpentry skills: Fine detail carpentry building such as furniture, cabinets, etc.
Construction/DIY: Building, framing, construction, etc. as well as detailed major home repair.
Plumbing: Installing and torquing flared fittings such as fuel, oil and hydraulic. Also experience within the plumbing trade.
General aircraft knowledge: Knowledge of working around aircraft with specific experience such as obtaining a pilot’s license, multiple experiences flying in small aircraft, military working on and around aircraft but not maintenance related, etc.
Fast paced environments: Work environments like quick oil change, tire change, line cooks, fast food, health care, etc.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts:FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
Well-being:Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations