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Aerotek Aircraft Assembler - Structural in Kinston, North Carolina
Job Title: Aircraft Assembler - Structural
Job Description
Aircraft Assemblers will be responsible for large structural assembly for the Air Bus 350 XWB, specifically the fuselage section. The role involves drilling and countersinking composite and metal parts, reading metric blueprints, and following work instructions. Candidates must be familiar with aircraft parts and structural assembly and must be capable of passing a plate test during orientation. Flexibility to work any shift is required.
Responsibilities
Perform large structural assembly for the Air Bus 350 XWB fuselage section
Drill and countersink composite and metal parts
Read and interpret metric blueprints
Follow detailed work instructions
Ensure all tasks comply with safety and quality standards
Essential Skills
Experience with sheet metal and aircraft assembly
Proficiency in drilling into composite material
Countersinking and riveting experience
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Experience with Hi-lok fasteners
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Airbus or Boeing preferred
Military structures experience acceptable
Why Work Here?
Join one of the world's largest non-OEM designers and manufacturers of aerostructures for commercial and defense aircraft. You will be part of a global team, working with cutting-edge technologies in a company with a strong reputation for innovation and quality.
Work Environment
Work in a very clean aerospace manufacturing environment with shifts available: 1st shift (7am – 3:30pm), 2nd shift (3pm – 11:30pm), and 3rd shift (11pm – 7:30am). Employees work 8 hours a day and 7 days a week, with a rotation of 2 weekends on and 1 weekend off. The work involves standing and using lifts all day, in work centers with team sizes ranging from 7-12 people. Enjoy a positive work culture, though be prepared for repetitive tasks and long hours.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Kinston, North Carolina.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $40.75
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Kinston,NC.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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