Aircraft Structures Assembler

Airbus • Mobile, AL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Americas, Inc. is hiring an Aircraft Structures Assembler for its U.S. Manufacturing Facility in Mobile, Alabama. The facility assembles A320 Family and A220 aircraft. This is an entry-level, on-site, direct-hire role in the Assembly & Integration job family.

The assembler performs repair and rework, positions and assembles components, and works from production orders, design documents, concessions, and inspection procedures. The role includes examining and sorting work orders and drawings, preparing a job station for daily activities, resolving and following up on queries, and providing feedback. Work may involve jigs at the fuselage at a height of 15 feet.

The position requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to acting with integrity. Airbus states that it does not sponsor visas for U.S. positions unless specified, and applicants must have current work authorization.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in aviation production or equivalent.
• Previous hands-on experience with drilling tools, templates, drilling machines, fasteners, and torquing tools.
• Adequate vision to read material on computer screens and identify individuals for business interactions.
• Ability to hear conversations, safety alerts, and warning signals.
• Ability to speak in person and electronically and deliver information to groups.
• Ability to occasionally carry up to 20 lb (9 kg) and lift up to 30 lb (14 kg).
• Ability to push and pull items in office areas and on the shop floor.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, stand for extended periods, and occasionally squat or kneel.
• Ability to travel domestically and overseas, sometimes for extended periods and on short notice.
• Ability to work on jigs at the fuselage at a height of 15 feet.
• Current work authorization for U.S. employment; Airbus does not sponsor visas for U.S. positions unless specified.

Nice To Haves

• At least 5 years of experience in aviation production.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair work, including concessions and discrepancies.
• Position and assemble components.
• Rework external skin damage on aircraft.
• Follow production orders, design documents, concessions, and inspection procedures.
• Prepare and resolve queries, ensure follow-up, and provide feedback.
• Examine and sort work orders and drawings.
• Prepare a job station for daily activity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and incentive compensation, which may include profit-sharing schemes.
• Retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Paid time off, including personal time and holidays.
• Paid parental leave program.
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), and supplemental insurance coverage.
• Upskilling and development opportunities through Airbus’ Leadership University, including access to more than 10,000 e-learning courses, certifications, career-path development, accelerated development programs, and national and international mobility opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements where possible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed