Career overview
Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
O*NET-SOC 51-2011.00
Median pay / yr$61,680
OutlookBelow Average
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.
What it takes
The skills, knowledge, and credentials employers look for in Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers.
Skills employers look for
- Quality Control AnalysisConducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
- Active ListeningGiving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Critical ThinkingUsing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- MonitoringMonitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Complex Problem SolvingIdentifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Knowledge areas
- Education and TrainingKnowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
- MathematicsKnowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- English LanguageKnowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
- MechanicalKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- DesignKnowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Certifications that help you get hired
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