Aircraft Assembly Mechanic (5+ years)

Join a leading aerospace manufacturing team supporting advanced aircraft structural assembly programs in Wichita, KS. This role focuses on the assembly, installation, sealing, rigging, inspection, and functional testing of precision structural and systems components used in aircraft sub-assemblies.

You will work from engineering drawings, work instructions, process specifications, and quality requirements to ensure all assemblies meet strict aerospace standards. This position is hands-on, detail-driven, and critical to ensuring aircraft structural integrity and system performance.

This role supports 737 lower lobe and sub-assembly structures, and requires strong mechanical aptitude, precision work, and the ability to work in confined spaces.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete precision structural and system components per engineering drawings, documents, and work instructions
• Interpret prints, charts, sketches, process specifications, verbal instructions, and electronic data to complete assigned work
• Use shop mathematics and precision measuring tools and/or test instruments to verify fit, form, and function of assemblies
• Operate and utilize tooling to build sub-assemblies and end-item aircraft components
• Verify all completed work meets engineering and quality control requirements; identify and document any discrepancies per procedures
• Ensure tooling and equipment certifications are current and compliant with required standards
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment (filters, lubrication, coolant levels, light machine upkeep, etc.)
• Move materials and components within the manufacturing area using assigned equipment and complete required tracking transactions
• Support production flow by assisting and training employees across multiple skill levels
• Assist in training other assembly personnel in installation, assembly, and inspection techniques
• Cross-train in inspection functions and become SIA qualified
• Set up and operate conventional and/or CNC fastening equipment with less than simultaneous 3-axis movement
• Perform specialty work including:
• Assembly/installation of structures
• Sealing operations
• Sub-assembly build
• Doors installation
• Integral fuel cell sealing
• Precision bench assembly
• Pressure and vacuum testing