Aircraft Structures Assembler

Saxon Aerospace Is Hiring - Aircraft Structures Assembler

Jacksonville, FL

Pay: $45.00/Hour + $100 Daily Lodging ($700.00 per week) + $500 One-Time Travel Bonus

The Aircraft Structural Assembler is responsible for assembling, repairing, modifying, and fabricating structural components of the aircraft as well as training less experienced mechanics.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Take lead on complex build-out of multiple aircraft assemblies and subassemblies.
• Read and understand work orders, blueprints, sketches, and operation station sheets to determine sequence of operations, fastener type size and hole patterns.
• Align and build assemblies and subassemblies on large, complex manufacturing jigs and fixtures across multiple cells and programs.
• Drill, countersink, dimple, ream, chamfer holes on complex structural assemblies for a variety of different fasteners with minimal quality defects.
• Must effectively use all hand/power tools required, including portable riveting guns, pneumatic guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner, torque wrenches, crimpers, cable tools and various other hand tools as necessary.
• Lead inspections and assessments, including inquiry and analysis of scrap damage, corrosion, or wear and tear of structures.
• Assist in urgent repair tasks and provide expertise in troubleshooting structural issues to ensure quality.
• Review engineering drawings, technical manuals, and blueprints to develop repair plans and procedures with cell leader, supervisor, and engineering team.
• Maintain designed tolerances, edge distance and pitch per engineering requirements.
• Measure parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions. Use check gauges to inspect holes and fastener tolerance.
• Apply sealants on structural components as such as fillet and fay seal as required per engineering.
• Collaborate with Production Supervisor and engineering to implement modifications and upgrades to improve performance and safety.
• Mentor and train assembly team on technique and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Five (5) or more years in a structural sheet metal assembly/mechanic role.

Why Join Saxon Aerospace?

At Saxon Aerospace, we're committed to connecting skilled professionals with exceptional opportunities in the aerospace industry. Join a team that values precision, accountability, and excellence.

Saxon Aerospace Benefits include Medical Coverage, Prescription Coverage, and 401K

Saxon Aerospace US Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and embrace diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age or disability status.