Systems Installation Assembler (Aerospace)

Location: Onsite at hirify.global's advanced manufacturing facility in West Lafayette, Indiana, United States. Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Salary: $23.00–$25.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Company

hirify.global is a defense and security company developing aerospace technology and systems for the U.S. Armed Forces, the Federal Aviation Administration, and international and commercial partners.

What you will do

• Assemble the aft fuselage for the U.S. Air Force T-7A Red Hawk military trainer.
• Install aircraft systems, landing gear, harnesses, and structural components according to standardized procedures and engineering requirements.
• Operate powered hand tools, perform angular drilling, apply sealant, and complete touch-up painting on Class A curved surfaces.
• Perform functional and pressure testing in a strict foreign object debris (FOD) control environment.
• Sign off completed work and, when authorized, review and sign off the work of other assemblers.
• Support continuous improvement and train new team members through knowledge transfer.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of relevant mechanical assembly or manufacturing experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications and select appropriate hand tools.
• Ability to work with standardized procedures in an advanced manufacturing environment while meeting ISO/AS9100-quality requirements.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive physical tasks, and lift up to 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
• U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or protected-individual status is required; a pre-employment drug screen is also required.

Nice to have

• Aeronautics experience.
• Technical degree or certification in aviation assembly, mechanics, or aircraft maintenance.
• Experience working under ISO/AS9100 standards.

Culture & Benefits

• Paid onsite training through the Aerospace Installation Training Academy.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
• Paid time off, including eight designated holidays.
• 401(k) with employer contributions and tuition and student loan assistance.
• Disability coverage, wellness resources, employee assistance, and employee stock purchase opportunities.
• Extended hours and weekend overtime may be required.