Structural Technician IV

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision plans

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Structural Technician IV to lead complex assembly operations in the IAS division, bridging production and engineering. You will mentor technicians, manage large-scale projects, and apply best practices to improve manufacturing processes. The role requires a high school diploma, 5+ years of experience, mastery of blueprint reading, and an active Secret U.S.

Security Clearance. Travel may be required and you must have your own tools.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent; 5+ years relevant experience; higher degree may substitute.
• Mastery in blueprint reading and technical documentation.
• Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance required.
• Ability to read and interpret complex schematics and install per drawings with edge distance and pitch.
• Experience in structure assembly, minor part fitting and repair/refinishing such as airframe corrosion removal.
• Ability to install rivets, hi-locks and other fasteners.
• Must have own tools in good working order.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute highly complex and critical assembly operations.
• Provide expert technical support and mentorship to all technician levels.
• Lead large-scale projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Act as a key liaison between the production floor and engineering management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and integrate best practices.
• Conduct advanced inspections and quality assurance checks.
• Develop and implement training programs for team members.
• Ensure optimal maintenance and calibration of all tools and equipment.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to enhance overall manufacturing processes.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Technical documentation

Mentorship

Problem solving

Team leadership

Travel ability

Physical endurance

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s degree in aerospace manufacturing or related discipline

Advanced certifications in aerospace manufacturing

Tools

Power tools

Airframe maintenance tools

Quality inspection tools

Job description

Are you a highly skilled mechanic ready to take your aviation career to next level? Join our team! As a Structural Technician IV, you will oversee the most complex and critical assembly operations. This role involves providing expert technical support, leading large-scale projects, and ensuring the integration of best practices in all assembly processes. You will act as a key liaison between the production floor and engineering management, driving continuous improvement and innovation.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute highly complex and critical assembly operations.
• Provide expert technical support and mentorship to all technician levels.
• Lead large-scale projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Act as a key liaison between the production floor and engineering management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and integrate best practices.
• Conduct advanced inspections and quality assurance checks.
• Develop and implement training programs for team members.
• Ensure optimal maintenance and calibration of all tools and equipment.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to enhance overall manufacturing processes.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Mastery in blueprint reading and technical documentation.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications; ability to complete installations per technical drawings while maintaining edge distance and pitch.
• Advanced experience with 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.
• An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Qualifications We Prefer

• Associate’s degree in aerospace manufacturing or related discipline.
• Advanced certifications in aerospace manufacturing.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale assembly projects.
• Ability to travel.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

Essential Functions

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Required to be on your feet for most of the work shift.
• Use of hand and power tools requiring hand/finger dexterity.
• Exposure to noisy and potentially hazardous environments; proper safety gear must be worn.
• Ability to travel may be required.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $34.90 - $47.99. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Important Notice

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.