Senior Structural Technician, Aerospace Assembly Lead

Sierra Nevada Corp; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corp in Vandalia, OH is seeking a Structural Technician V to serve as the resident expert for the most complex aerospace assembly operations. You will mentor technicians, lead critical projects, and drive advanced assembly techniques to sustain top quality and efficiency.

This senior role requires deep technical knowledge, leadership, and a track record of delivering results in high-stakes environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Expertise in blueprint reading, technical documentation, and advanced assembly techniques.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications; ability to complete installations per technical drawings while maintaining edge distance and pitch.
• Proficiency in structure assembly, minor part fitting techniques and repair and refinishing such as airframe corrosion removal, as applicable.
• Ability to install various fasteners such as rivets and hi-locks.
• Must have own tools in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for the most complex aerospace assembly operations.
• Lead and execute the most critical and high-impact projects.
• Provide expert technical guidance to all technician levels.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in assembly processes and techniques.
• Act as the primary liaison between production, engineering, and senior management.
• Conduct thorough inspections and quality assurance checks on all assembly operations.
• Develop and implement advanced training programs for the technician team.
• Ensure the highest standards of maintenance and calibration of all tools and equipment.
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive improvements and optimise manufacturing processes.
• Represent the company in industry forums and conferences as a technical expert.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Technical documentation

Advanced assembly techniques

Leadership

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Complex schematics interpretation

Structure assembly

Rivets & hi-locks installation

Own tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in aerospace manufacturing or related discipline

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corp in Vandalia, OH is seeking a Structural Technician V to serve as the resident expert for the most complex aerospace assembly operations. You will mentor technicians, lead critical projects, and drive advanced assembly techniques to sustain top quality and efficiency.

This senior role requires deep technical knowledge, leadership, and a track record of delivering results in high-stakes environments.