Is being an aircraft assembler a good fit for you?
Builds and fits parts of aircraft and spacecraft, such as wings, tails, landing gear and control systems.
What the work involves
- Reads plans and illustrations to work out layouts, the order of tasks and how parts fit together.
- Inspects and tests installed parts and systems for fit, alignment, performance and defects, using measuring and test equipment.
- Assembles parts and fittings on aircraft using hand tools, power tools and fasteners like bolts, rivets and clamps.
- Marks identifying details on tubes and cables using etching tools, labels or stamps.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if an aircraft assembler is one of yours.
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