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HM Dunn AeroSystems

Handform - Sheet Metal

Wichita, KS · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Citizen or Permanent Resident (ITAR requirement * Ability to meet frequent short timeline goals and deadlines * Must have acceptable attendance record * Know where to go for problem resolution

HM DUNN AEROSYSTEMS 1

Handform - Sheet Metal

Wichita, KS · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Citizen or Permanent Resident (ITAR requirement * Ability to meet frequent short timeline goals and deadlines * Must have acceptable attendance record * Know where to go for problem resolution

TT Electronics plc

Production Technician

Olathe, KS · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

S. Permanent Resident (i.e., Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Introduction The Production Technician is responsible for operating production equipment to ensure efficient ...

TT Electronics plc

Electronics Assembly Operator

Olathe, KS · On-site

$16.75 - $21.25/hr

S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Introduction The Electronic Assemblies Operator is responsible for performing repetitive intermediate-level assembly ...

TT Electronics plc

Electronics Assembly Operator

Olathe, KS · On-site

$16.75 - $21.25/hr

S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Introduction The Electronic Assemblies Operator is responsible for performing repetitive intermediate-level assembly ...

TT Electronics plc

Electronics Assembly Operator

Olathe, KS · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Introduction The Electronic Assemblies Operator is responsible for performing repetitive intermediate-level assembly ...

TT Electronics plc

Quality Inspector

Olathe, KS · On-site

S. Permanent Resident (i.e., "Green Card Holder"), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Job Summary The Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting and testing materials, components, and products to ...

TT Electronics plc

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

S. Permanent Resident (i.e., Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Introduction The Production Technician is responsible for operating production equipment to ensure efficient ...

TT Electronics plc

Quality Inspector

Olathe, KS · On-site

S. Permanent Resident (i.e., "Green Card Holder"), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Job Summary The Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting and testing materials, components, and products to ...

TT Electronics plc

Production Technician

Olathe, KS · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

S. Permanent Resident (i.e., Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Introduction The Production Technician is responsible for operating production equipment to ensure efficient ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for permanent resident in Kansas is $16.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $17.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) working in the United States, you can apply for most jobs, including those in private companies, government agencies (with some exceptions), and non-profit organizations. Your daily responsibilities will depend on your specific occupation and industry, but you will have the same workplace rights and expectations as U.S. citizens in your field. Collaboration with diverse teams is common, and adapting to American workplace culture can be a key part of the experience. Many employers support career development and advancement for Permanent Residents, so you can pursue promotions and long-term growth within your chosen profession.

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A Permanent Resident is a non-citizen who has been granted the right to live and work indefinitely in a country, such as the United States, Canada, or Australia. In the U.S., this status is often referred to as having a Green Card. Permanent Residents can enjoy many of the same rights as citizens, including legal employment and access to certain benefits, but they do not have the right to vote in federal elections. Maintaining permanent resident status typically requires meeting residency requirements and following local laws.

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Infographic showing various Permanent Resident job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,424 per year, or $16.1 per hour.

Inspector - Fabrication/Assembly

The Structures Company

Wichita, KS • On-site

$41/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

JOB TITLE: Inspector - Fabrication/Assembly
LOCATION: Wichita, KS
PAY RATE: $41.00/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

  • Job Type: Contract (4 months with potential for extension)

  • Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

  • Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

  • Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

  • Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

  • Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

  • Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

  • Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

  • Performs structures and composite repair on aircraft assemblies and components.

  • Performs assembly mechanic duties for systems, payload structures, fuselage, underwing composites, metals, and process operations.

  • Certifies for systems inspection function and performs inspection tasks including first article review.

  • Conducts root cause analysis and corrective action investigations for non-conformances.

  • Performs process and hardware audits and surveillances to ensure compliance with requirements.

  • Performs sealing inspection for assembly and post-assembly operations.

  • Performs electrical bond and ground inspection using meters and final inspection procedures.

  • Uses precision measuring tools and performs skin quality inspection for airframe components.

  • Inspects solid rivets, blind fasteners, hex-drive bolts, lockbolts, bolts, nuts, and fasteners on composites.

  • Researches and creates Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) in MES and maintains quality records.

Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

  • Structures and composite repair experience on aircraft is required.

  • Knowledge of systems and payload structures, assembly, fuselage assembly, underwing composites, metals, and process operations.

  • Ability to certify for systems inspection function and perform inspection duties.

  • Experience performing root cause analysis and corrective action.

  • Ability to perform process and hardware audits and surveillances.

  • Must pass written and practical tests: Assembly Sealing, Post Assembly Sealing, Electrical Bond and Ground (all meters), Electrical Bond Final Inspection, Precision Measuring Tools, and Skin Quality Inspection.

  • Must pass classes on Solid Rivet Inspection, Blind Fastener Inspection, Hex-Drive Bolt Inspection, Lockbolt Inspection, Bolt and Nut Inspection, Fastener Inspection on Composites, and NCR creation in MES.

  • Ability to work in cleanroom environment for composite fabrication and structure work on 787.

  • Must obtain inspector stamp within specified days after training and maintain required certifications.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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