Textron · 14 hours ago
Aircraft Assembler, Bell Wichita FLRAA
US-Kansas-Wichita
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expTextron is a pioneer in aviation, shaping the future with specialized engineering. The Aircraft Assembler will be responsible for assembling aircraft components and ensuring they meet engineering specifications and schedules.
AerospaceFinanceIndustrial
Responsibilities
Responsible for the assembly of aircrafts and test articles by installing a variety of sheetmetal and/or machined assemblies for new or modified articles according to engineering instructions
Responsible for proper assembly and installation of fuselage aircraft components to meet engineering objectives and schedules. Assist with analyzing, interpreting, and proving engineering assembly/installation drawings, and specifications for production use
Performs difficult repairs and alterations per design changes, removing the required parts and making replacements
Responsible for FO prevention in all articles and aircrafts that they are assigned to
Required to work from blueprints or project sketches and templates with or without the use of tooling jigs or fixtures
May require some composite and fiberglass bond layup or repair
Can make necessary layouts to fabricate and fit component parts per engineering requirements
Works to follows written and verbal work instructions
Required to perform scheduled/unscheduled inspections
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED required
At least 2 years in Aircraft maintenance or assembly experience
Must have basic knowledge of aircraft manufacturing principles
Ability to read complex blueprints and drawings, advanced shop math and knowledge of aircraft manufacturing principles
Able to support Manufacturing on an as needed basis during overtime hours
Familiar with the proper use of assembly tooling and fixtures, as well as various precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, scales, and all types of gages
Good Communication Skills, both verbal and written
Intermediate Computer Skills- MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint. (All daily work instructions, documents, and specifications are accessed via computer)
Preferred
FAA Airframe & Powerplant license preferred
Benefits
80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
120 hours Vacation time
12-13 paid holidays per year
6 weeks parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive salary
Comprehensive health insurance
On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor
Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
Company
Textron
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1B2025-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Jörg Rautenstrauch
President and CEO Industrial Segment and Kautex
Scott Donnelly
President and chief operating officer
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