How to hire an aircraft part assembler

How to hire an aircraft part assembler, step by step

Here's a step-by-step aircraft part assembler hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an aircraft part assembler job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new aircraft part assembler
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your aircraft part assembler job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an aircraft part assembler for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them an aircraft part assembler to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire an aircraft part assembler that fits the bill.

   The following list breaks down different types of aircraft part assemblers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Aircraft Part Assembler	Description	Hourly rate
   Aircraft Part Assembler	Assemblers and fabricators assemble finished products and the parts that go into them. They use tools, machines, and their hands to make engines, computers, aircraft, ships, boats, toys, electronic devices, control panels, and more.	$11-26
   Assembler	An assembler's general responsibility is to assemble parts and pieces of an item to create a full-length component. An assembler's duties also include checking inventories for correct quantities of components, following blueprints and acknowledging assembly instructions, verifying resources and supplies before assembly, and inspecting tools and equipment necessary to get the job done... Show more	$11-18
   Aircraft Assembler	An aircraft assembler works on the construction and assembly of an aircraft's components. They are responsible for inspecting components, ensuring components meet all aircraft safety protocols, and coordinating with the quality assurance team... Show more	$12-25

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Jigs
   • Logistics

   Responsibilities:

   • Align, fit, assemble, connect, or install hardware using jigs and shop aids.
   • Verify all documentation accompanying each manufacturing lot for completeness and accuracy according to GMP and ISO guidelines.
   • Coordinate maintenance, repair and services with mcc departments including operations to minimize negative impact on overall flight operations.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your aircraft part assembler job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An aircraft part assembler salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, aircraft part assemblers' average salary in florida is 36% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level aircraft part assemblers earn 57% less than senior-level aircraft part assemblers.
   • Certifications. An aircraft part assembler with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an aircraft part assembler's salary.

   Average aircraft part assembler salary

   $37,425yearly

   $17.99 hourly rate

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   Entry-level aircraft part assembler salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

4. Writing an aircraft part assembler job description

   An aircraft part assembler job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an aircraft part assembler job description:

   Aircraft part assembler job description example

   To fabricate, form, roll, joggle, punch, pierce, blank, and press a variety of sheet metal aircraft details\. May be required to work with higher grade operators while in training\.
   JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
   
   * Setup and operate various sizes of form, roll, joggle, punch, pierce, blank, and press equipment to fabricate aircraft details to specified dimensions, tolerances, and company specifications\. Utilize a variety of tools, blueprints, measuring instruments, and shop aids\. Plan and layout
   
   operational and set up sequences\. Perform routine duties in loading/unloading raw material as well as hand forming and straightening operations\.
   
   o Uses oil or soap solution to lubricate details, places material on forming device along with necessary coverings to ensure correct form\.
   
   o Monitors equipment and notifies supervision or maintenance of any problems\.
   
   o Manage/adjust amount of pressure necessary according to form requirements and learns to set equipment appropriately\.
   
   o Visually checks tooling to prevent damage to equipment and formed details\.
   
   * Utilize tool moving equipment as required and maintain and store tools\.
   
   * Responsible for the quality of own work\.
   
   * Performs other related duties as required\.
   
   **Qualifications**
   
   EDUCATION:
   
   Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification\.
   
   EXPERIENCE:
   
   No experience required\.
   
   WORKING CONDITIONS:
   
   Somewhat disagreeable working conditions due to surrounding machine noise, dirt, and lubricants
   
   **Take your career higher at Textron Aviation:**
   
   + Competitive starting salaries with growth potential
   
   + Health benefits beginning day one
   
   + Tuition assistance and continuing education programs
   
   + Paid holidays
   
   + Relocation assistance \(terms and conditions apply\)
   
   + Flight training courses and bonuses \(terms and conditions apply\)
   
   **Come feel the pride\.**
   
   **EEO Statement**
   
   Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law\.
   
   **Pay Transparency Policy Statement**
   
   The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant\. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise, have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is \(a\) in response to a formal complaint or charge, \(b\) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or \(c\) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information\.
   
   **Job** Manufacturing
   
   **Primary Location** US\-Kansas\-Wichita
   
   **Recruiting Company** Textron Aviation
   
   **Schedule** Full\-time
   
   **Job Level** Individual Contributor
   
   **Shift** Second Shift
   

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right aircraft part assembler for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your aircraft part assembler job on Zippia to find and recruit aircraft part assembler candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit aircraft part assemblers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new aircraft part assembler

   Once you have selected a candidate for the aircraft part assembler position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new aircraft part assembler. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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