JOB TITLE: Aircraft Assembly Technician
LOCATION: Kinston, NC
PAY RATE: $36/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

Perform repetitive and non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies, including modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables

Assemble and install parts using blueprints, diagrams, drawings, specifications, work orders, and changes to meet quality requirements

Create initial layouts and use hand tools, power tools, jigs, saws, and portable machines

Perform continuity checks on work in process and completed assemblies

Conduct quality inspections in accordance with established specifications

Disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test production, experimental, or prototype assemblies under specified or simulated conditions

Complete required data gathering and system transactions to support assembly progression

Set up and perform manual and automated assembly operations

Perform pickup, rework, fabrication, change incorporation, functional testing, and checks during or after assembly

Move and obtain correct parts, materials, tools, and assemblies as needed

Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and conformance

Identify, report, and assist in investigating job issues such as part errors, tooling problems, procedural gaps, or sequence issues

Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of basic Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) duties

Replace filters

Change standard machine light bulbs

Maintain lubrication and coolant levels

Move product within the immediate manufacturing area, including across aisles, using assigned equipment

Complete required transactions to move product to the next operation

On an exception basis, move product to the next operation within the building

Support continuous product flow by training, coaching, and assisting other employees

Document discrepancies according to specifications, processes, and procedures

Train toward MVP qualification

Perform additional duties as assigned, with training and certification provided as required

Requirements:

Drilling

Sealing

Countersinking

Fastener installation

Varnishing

Painting

Structural assembly and installation

Sub-assembly

Mechanical assembly

Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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