Senior Aircraft Structures Assembly Technician

AAA USA; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AAA-USA Inc is seeking experienced Aircraft Structures Assembly Technicians to support the manufacturing of advanced business aircraft in Red Oak, Texas. This role requires hands-on expertise in sheet-metal, precision drilling, riveting, and structural fasteners.

Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in aerospace structural assembly, read complex drawings, and perform to exacting standards while adhering to safety and quality protocols. Willingness to relocate or travel is required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on aircraft structural assembly or aircraft sheet-metal experience.
• Experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in close-tolerance drilling, reaming, countersinking, and structural fastener installation.
• Extensive hands-on experience with solid riveting and pneumatic riveting equipment.
• Ability to independently read and interpret complex aircraft engineering drawings and manufacturing instructions.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to complete a hands-on plate test in Mobile, Alabama, before assignment.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision aircraft structural assembly, fitting, installation, and fastening per drawings.
• Drill, ream, and countersink close-tolerance holes with correct edge distance and angles.
• Install structural hardware including solid rivets, blind rivets, Hi-Loks, Hi-Lites, Jo-Bolts, and other fasteners.
• Perform precision sheet-metal fitting, alignment, riveting, and assembly of structural components.
• Operate pneumatic and electric tools such as rivet guns, drill motors, angle drills, and torque wrenches.
• Use precision measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and go/no-go gauges.
• Interpret complex aircraft blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Maintain corrosion protection processes and surface preparation as required.
• Inspect finished work for dimensional accuracy and fastener quality.
• Identify manufacturing discrepancies and quality concerns and communicate them.

Skills

Sheet metal work

Close-tolerance drilling

Reading engineering drawings

Riveting and fastening

Precision measuring

Quality standards compliance

Aerospace manufacturing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Pneumatic riveting equipment

Rivet guns

Drill motors

Angle drills

Torque wrenches

Go/no-go gauges

Job description

Must be willing to travel/temporarily relocate to Red Oak, TX.

Why Aerospace Professionals Choose AAA USA:

• Paid lodging Assistance.
• Paid Travel.
• Overtime Opportunities.

• Referral Programs.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holiday.

AAA USA is seeking highly skilled, experienced Aircraft Structures Assembly Technicians for an opportunity supporting the manufacturing of advanced business aircraft in Red Oak, Texas.

This is an excellent opportunity for accomplished aircraft structures professionals who take pride in precision workmanship, advanced structural assembly techniques, and delivering exceptional quality in an aerospace manufacturing environment.

We are specifically seeking experienced, high-performing technicians—not entry-level assemblers. Ideal candidates will have extensive hands‑on experience with aircraft sheet metal, precision drilling, riveting, structural fastening, and complex aircraft assemblies.

Responsibilities:

• Perform precision aircraft structural assembly, fitting, installation, and fastening in accordance with engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
• Drill, ream, and countersink close‑tolerance holes while maintaining required edge distance, pitch, spacing, and angularity.
• Install aircraft structural hardware, including solid rivets, blind rivets, Hi‑Loks, Hi‑Lites, Jo‑Bolts, and other specialized fasteners.
• Perform precision sheet‑metal fitting, alignment, riveting, and assembly of aircraft structural components.
• Operate pneumatic and electric tools, including rivet guns, drill motors, angle drills, torque wrenches, and specialized assembly equipment.
• Use precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, grip gauges, and go/no‑go gauges.
• Interpret complex aircraft blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and manufacturing specifications.
• Perform structural sealing, surface preparation, and corrosion‑protection processes as required.
• Inspect completed work for dimensional accuracy, fastener installation quality, and compliance with applicable specifications.
• Identify and communicate manufacturing discrepancies and quality concerns.
• Maintain strict adherence to aerospace quality standards, safety procedures, and foreign object debris (FOD) prevention requirements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of hands‑on aircraft structural assembly or aircraft sheet‑metal experience.
• Demonstrated experience performing precision structural assembly in an aerospace manufacturing or aircraft production environment.
• Advanced proficiency in close‑tolerance drilling, reaming, countersinking, and structural fastener installation.
• Extensive hands‑on experience with solid riveting, pneumatic riveting equipment, and aircraft structural hardware.
• Ability to independently read and interpret complex aircraft engineering drawings and manufacturing instructions.
• Strong working knowledge of aircraft sheet‑metal fabrication, structural fitting, and assembly techniques.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and aerospace tooling.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high‑quality work within demanding dimensional and manufacturing tolerances.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to successfully complete all required technical assessments and qualification requirements.
• Willingness and ability to complete a hands‑on plate test in Mobile, Alabama, before assignment.