Aircraft Assemblers and Aircraft Assembly Inspectors

About This Job
Assemblers and inspectors in this unit group work for aircraft and aircraft component manufacturers and perform a variety of tasks.

People in this occupation

 * put together, fit and install pre-made parts to manufacture fixed wing or rotary wing aircraft or aircraft components
 * examine aircraft components to ensure they meet engineering specifications

Annual Median Salary
$43,668

Assemblers

 * read and interpret aircraft assembly diagrams
 * assemble and fit pre-made parts to form components, working at benches or directly on an aircraft structure
 * assemble, fit and install pre-made parts and components such as aircraft skins, flight controls, rigging, hydraulics and other mechanical systems

Inspectors

 * inspect aircraft components, using measuring and testing equipment to ensure they meet engineering specifications
 * check assemblies for alignment, symmetry, dimensions, fit and quality of workmanship
 * complete detailed inspection documentation

Key aspects of work in this occupation

 * Assemblers and inspectors in this unit group usually work in an indoor work environment.
 * This work can produce enough noise to cause loss of hearing.
 * Work may be performed with equipment, machinery or power/hand tools that could cause an injury.

Examples

 * operating metal machining tools to shape metal
 * using hand and power tools to fabricate wood products

Education, training & qualifications

 * Completion of secondary school is required.
 * Completion of a college or other program in aviation or aeronautical technology, with emphasis in aircraft manufacturing, may be required.
 * Aircraft assemblers receive several months of on-the-job and classroom training.
 * Aircraft assembly inspectors require experience as an aircraft assembler.

Skills

 * Manual Dexterity
 * Detail-Oriented
 * Methodical
 * Object-Oriented
 * Finger Dexterity