Apprentice Assembler

Job Title

Apprentice Assembler

Who are we?

As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,500 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.9 billion euros in 2025. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partners

Daher’s Sandpoint, Idaho site is a key U.S. aircraft manufacturing and support location specializing in the hand built production of the Kodiak aircraft family. The facility supports final assembly, painting, inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities for the Kodiak 100 and Kodiak 900, serving commercial, multi mission, and public service customers worldwide. In addition to manufacturing, the site provides comprehensive aircraft maintenance, technical support, and quality oversight, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and customer requirements, while continuing to expand production capabilities and reinforcing its role as a center of excellence for rugged, mission ready turboprop aircraft within Daher’s global network.

Job Summary:

Aircraft Assemblers uphold Kodiak Aircraft’s values and mission while contributing to the safe, efficient production of world-class aircraft. In this role, team members perform essential assembly operations, including assembling, fastening, fitting, and installing aircraft components and systems on the production line while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and workmanship. We are seeking both experienced Aircraft Assemblers and entry-level Apprentice Aircraft Assemblers.

Experienced assemblers bring prior manufacturing, mechanical, or aerospace assembly experience and are expected to perform production tasks with increasing levels of independence and technical proficiency.

The Apprentice Aircraft Assembler position is an entry-level opportunity designed for individuals who are eager to start a career in aerospace manufacturing. Apprentices begin at $23.00 per hour and participate in a comprehensive 6-week hands‑on training program focused on building foundational aircraft assembly skills, tool usage, blueprint interpretation, safety practices, quality standards, and production processes. Upon successful completion of the program, apprentices transition to the production floor equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute as valued members of the manufacturing team.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, specifications, and blueprints.
• Assemble, fit, install, and connect aircraft parts, components, and assemblies using hand and power tools.
• Learn and apply aircraft assembly techniques, including drilling, fastening, and solid rivet installation.
• Inspect completed work for fit, alignment, quality, and compliance using measuring and testing equipment.
• Perform assembly and installation work involving aircraft structures, electrical systems, plumbing, flight controls, and hardware.
• Assist with the assembly of major structures and installation of subassemblies, including fuselage panels, bulkheads, rudders, flaps, and elevators.
• Accurately complete production, quality, and traceability documentation.
• Follow written and verbal instructions while meeting safety, quality, and production requirements.
• Perform all work in accordance with FAA regulations, company procedures, engineering specifications, and quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with applicable safety, regulatory, and airworthiness requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, utilizing…