SkillBridge Military Intern - Aircraft Assembler

Job Title

Skill Bridge-Aircraft Assembly Intern

In this role, you will undergo an eight (8) to twelve (12) week comprehensive training period to develop the skills necessary for assembling and installing various mechanical, structural, and hydraulic components on aircraft. Working with a range of materials including metals and composites, you will be equipped to handle major components and make necessary adjustments to ensure quality standards are met.

After completing the training program, and if offered a job in this arena, you will apply these skills daily in your new job. Join our team and take your career to new heights.

• Assembly Operations:
  Perform tasks such as cutting, drilling, riveting, and fitting to complete assemblies and wing buildups, ensuring precise alignment of multiple parts
• Adhesive Application:
  Apply sealing, bonding agents, and other liquid adhesives according to specifications to ensure secure and durable assemblies
• Tool Utilization:
  Use a variety of power and hand tools, including aircraft mechanic tools, electric and pneumatic drills, and measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, and tension meters
• Precision Work:
  Conduct precise operations in closed bays, such as drilling, reaming, shooting/bucking fasteners, and installing hi-locks
• Assembly Handling:
  Load and unload completed assemblies, while carefully handling the valuable components

• Currently active‑duty military and with command approval to participate in DoD’s Skill Bridge program
• Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level Work Keys certification

• Willingness to learn new skill sets
• Basic mechanical skills, familiarity with tools preferred
• Experience with general automotive repairs, service or mechanical projects is helpful
• Ability to work in areas exposed to dust, dirt, and loud noises

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Preference given to Veterans of the U. S. Armed Forces.