Manufacturing Technician

Game Aerospace; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k match

Pilot training program

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Game Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Technician - Apprentice to fabricate, trim, and finish composite aircraft components in a hands-on role. You will work from engineering drawings, use hand tools, and ensure precision and quality throughout the process.

The apprenticeship provides a clear career path from entry-level Technician I to leadership roles, with a focus on lean manufacturing, safety, and continuous improvement in a dynamic aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret engineering drawings, diagrams and specifications.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude with attention to detail.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, trim, and finish composite aircraft components and assemblies.
• Use hand tools to sand, trim, and drill cured composite structures.
• Inspect components with measuring devices to meet exact specifications.
• Prepare surfaces for primer and painting operations and release molds.
• Adhere to FOD prevention practices and complete own and others' checklists.

Skills

Reading drawings

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training (a plus)

Job description

Game Aerospace is a growing business that designs, manufactures, and sells composite airplanes. Our hand-crafted airplanes are delivered and flown around the world. For more information about the GameBird and our company, visit our website game.aero.As a Manufacturing Technician - Apprentice, you will be responsible for fabricating, trimming, and finishing composite aircraft components and assemblies. You will perform work to engineering drawings and specifications while ensuring quality and precision. This role is hands-on, requires high attention to detail, and plays a direct part in producing world-class aircraft.Key Responsibilities Include:Use hands to cut, place, and manipulate composite materials such as carbon fiber and fiberglass.Use hand tools to sand, trim, and drill cured composite structures.Use common measuring and inspection devices to ensure components are made to exact specifications.Clean and inspect production tooling to validate they are acceptable for use.Apply body filler products.Knowledge of cleaning, prepping, and releasing moldsUsing a high attention to detail, sand, and shape surfaces to prepare them for primer and painting operations.Utilize FOD prevention techniques on a continual basis.Complete checklists of own work and check other’s work as necessary.Comply with all company policies on safe work practices.Frequently work while walking, sitting, standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, crouching, laying, and reachingRequired Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent; technical training a plus.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, diagrams, and specifications.Hands-on mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.Physical ability to work standing, kneeling, bending, and lifting as required.Strong safety mindset and ability to follow procedures.Preferred Qualifications:1–5 years of experience in aerospace, composites, or advanced manufacturing.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices.Experience with body shop/paint environment or tooling fabrication.Your Career Path:After your apprenticeship, the typical career path for a Manufacturing Technician at Game Aerospace follows the progression below:Manufacturing Technician IBasic level of proficiency within their assigned work center. Able to work independently most of the time. Capable of training others on simple tasks and can flex to new work cells with minimal training or oversight.Manufacturing Tech IIOperates independently on all tasks associated with the work center and can train others on most functions. Demonstrates productivity across multiple work centers that require different skill sets.Lead Manufacturing TechWorking level leadership position that is focused on quality and productivity within their area. They are skilled at training and coaching others at all aspects of their work center. They are considered about 75% productive with the remaining time delegating, training, and solving work center issues.Personal Attributes that Lead to Success:High intellectual curiosity, entrepreneurial, creative thinker and problem-solver, fast learner, with demonstrated initiative.High level of maturity and ability to work in a team setting or independently.Willingness to roll up your sleeves to help drive results.Unquestionable ethics and personal integrity.Passion for aircraft, flying, and all things aviation.Game Aerospace Benefits Overview:Employee HealthMedical, Dental, and Vision – plans that include both PPO and High-Deductible HSA options for medical.Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care) to reduce out-of-pocket costs.Retirement and Financial Planning401k Plan Highlights include a 4% company match with full vesting day 1.Our employee assistance program also includes financial coaching, will preparation, budgeting, and many more.Protection for You and Your FamilyCompany-paid Life Insurance and company-paid Short-Term Disability provide built-in financial protection from day one.Optional supplemental Life, Long-Term Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness plans allow you to customize your coverage as your family’s needs grow.PTO and Holidays160 hours of Paid Time Off in addition to paid holidaysEmployee Pilot TrainingEmployee Pilot Training Program to get you your pilot license — a truly unique perk in aerospace.Game Aerospace is not able to sponsor visas or hire applicants who require immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, etc.) at this time. Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the candidate in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may evolve or change over time. Game Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status of protected veteran, among other things or status as a qualified individual with a disability.