Sheet Metal Assembly, Wing Assembly, and Line Assembly/Installation - Various Shifts

Position Overview

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic Cessna and Beechcraft brands. Join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation and become part of one of three exciting entry-level roles – Sheet Metal Assembly, Wing Assembly, or Line Assembly/Installation. In these roles, you’ll gain hands-on experience in precision assembly and installation while building your career with a company that prides itself on competitive compensation and innovative benefits from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and install mechanical, structural, and hydraulic components
• Work with metals and composites; perform adjustments and quality checks
• Utilize hand and power tools such as drills, rivet guns, and measuring instruments
• Take ownership of the quality of your work
• For Sheet Metal Assembly: cut, drill, countersink, rivet, fit sheet metal assemblies, apply sealing and bonding agents, and align parts using jigs and fixtures
• For Wing Assembly: build wing structures in tight spaces, drill and countersink close-tolerance holes, and apply adhesives and sealants
• For Line Assembly/Installation: install and align parts on the aircraft line and perform adjustments and minor repairs for final quality checks

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (or bronze-level WorkKeys)
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Basic mechanical aptitude; automotive or mechanical experience is helpful
• Ability to work in areas exposed to dust, dirt, and loud noise

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits package designed to support you and your family from day one
• 401K company match: Annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
• $3,000 annual lump sum payment eligibility per contract
• Annual cost of living adjustment up to $1,500 per contract
• Automatic increases of $0.30/hr every 3 months up to the top of grade per contract
• Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs compensated at the start of each semester
• Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
• Access to the onsite Textron Aviation Plane Wellness Center and Pharmacy
• Kansas Tax Credit: Eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years (learn more)