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Aircraft Assemblers - Structure, Surfaces, Rigging & Systems

Careers / Aircraft Assemblers - Structure, Surfaces, Rigging & Systems

Job Description


	Assemble, fit, fasten, and install parts of airplanes, space vehicles, or missiles, such as tails, wings, fuselage, bulkheads, stabilizers, landing gear, rigging and control equipment, or heating and ventilating systems.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some may require a bachelor's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Assemblers and Fabricators

More than half of all assemblers are team assemblers. Work areas may be noisy, and many assemblers may have to sit or stand for long periods. A high school diploma is preferred for most positions, but specialized training is required for some assembly jobs.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Aircraft structure, surfaces, rigging, and systems assemblers
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing	39,050
Support Activities for Air Transportation	2,190
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing	830
Employment Services	450
Scientific Research and Development Services	170
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	140
Facilities Support Services	0

Career Video

Title: "Precision Assemblers"

Duration: 01:20

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Aircraft structure, surfaces, rigging, and systems assemblers
Average Annual Salary	$43,600
Average Hourly Wage	$20.96
Total Employment	43,330