JOB TITLE: Aircraft Structures Assembly 
LOCATION: Kinston, NC
PAY RATE: Up to $36/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Work with blueprints, changes, specifications, work orders, and related documents to assemble and install parts and assemblies to quality standards.

• Complete required data-gathering transactions to support assembly progression.

• Set up and perform all manual and automated assembly operations, including portable machine functions necessary to complete assignments.

• Perform pickup, rework, fabrication, change incorporation, functional testing, or checks during or after final assembly and/or assembly progression.

• Retrieve and move correct parts, materials, tools, assemblies, and other necessary items.

• Use precision measuring instruments to complete assigned work accurately.

• Report and investigate job issues such as errors in parts, assembly procedures, tools, or sequences.

• Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of daily duties (e.g., replacing machine filters, changing standard light bulbs, maintaining lubrication or coolant levels) as related to Total Preventative Maintenance.

• Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing area using assigned equipment and complete necessary transactions to move product to the next operation; occasionally move product to the next operation within a building.

• Support continuous product flow within manufacturing by training, coaching, and assisting employees at all levels.

• Document any discrepancies following specifications, processes, and procedures.

• Cross-train in inspection and obtain SIA qualification.

• Additionally, employees may be asked occasionally to perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

• Training and certification will be provided for any additional responsibilities as needed.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED

• Must have aircraft exoerience 

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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