Assembly Technician-Defense

Assembly Technician - Defense

We are seeking an Assembly Technician to join our team in producing cutting-edge stealth aircraft, fighter jets, and military helicopters. In this role, you will perform sheet metal and composite assembly, ensuring the highest standards in aircraft production.

Responsibilities

• Perform sheet metal and composite assembly for the production of stealth aircraft, fighter jets, and military helicopters.
• Complete riveting, drilling, and countersinking to install components and fasteners for the fuselage.
• Seal aircraft structures and components effectively.
• Self-inspect components and assemblies, including frames and skins, and perform rework when necessary.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Essential Skills

• Experience in assembly, production, drilling, riveting, countersinking, sheet metal, and composite aircraft assembly.
• Proficiency in hole layout, drilling, riveting, and countersinking.
• Active Secret Clearance with status check.
• 2+ years of aircraft structures experience.
• Experience with sheet metal and composite drilling.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred: 4+ years of aircraft structures experience.
• Experience in sealing, fuel cell, and sheet metal repair.
• Flexibility in shift work (primarily 1st or 2nd, but must be open to any shift).
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime, including some weekends.

Why Work Here?

This position offers the opportunity to maintain your security clearance while working on the development of some of the military's newest aircraft. Enjoy competitive pay in a low cost of living area.

Work Environment

You will be working at a manufacturing facility dedicated to the defense side, where you will engage in the production of advanced military aircraft. The role requires flexibility in shift work and adherence to the highest standards of safety and precision.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wichita, Kansas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr.

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 Wichita,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.