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Daher

Aircraft Assembler

Sandpoint, ID · On-site

$23/hr

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 ...

Daher

Aircraft Assembler

Sandpoint, ID · On-site

$23/hr

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 ...

Daher

Aircraft Assembler

Sandpoint, ID

$23/hr

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 ...

AIR EV

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Aircraft Technician - Entry Level

Auburndale, FL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

High school diploma or equivalent Company Description We're building a new class of Smart Aircraft designed to make flight simple, safe, and part of everyday life.

Haast Autonomous

Aircraft Loft Engineer

Oregon, WI · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Haast Autonomous is building an autonomous aircraft network for time-sensitive medical logistics. We're developing long-range VTOL aircraft, autonomy software, and the operational foundation needed ...

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General Atomics

Aircraft Technician

Poway, CA · On-site

... piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution ... Join a team building and supporting advanced Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). This position is ...

Merlin Labs

Aircraft Mechanic

North Kingstown, RI

$85K - $115K/yr

MRLN) is a publicly traded aerospace and defense company building a non-human pilot to deliver full-stack autonomy for any aircraft from takeoff to touchdown. The Merlin Pilot autonomy system powers ...

Powrachute

Aircraft Assembly / Mechanic

Hastings, MI

$18 - $28/hr

Overview Join our dynamic team in Hastings, MI, as an Aircraft Assembly / Mechanic! We are looking ... Machine Building/Assembling * Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills * Maintenance and Repair Skills

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How much do aircraft building jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for aircraft building in the United States is $26.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is aircraft building?

An Aircraft Building job involves assembling, inspecting, and testing aircraft and their components to ensure they meet safety and regulatory standards. Workers in this field may specialize in areas such as sheet metal fabrication, avionics installation, or structural assembly. They follow detailed blueprints, use specialized tools, and collaborate with engineers to construct aircraft efficiently and accurately. This role requires technical skills, attention to detail, and adherence to strict quality and safety regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in aircraft building?

To thrive in aircraft building, a solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles, technical assembly skills, and familiarity with aerospace materials are essential, often coupled with a relevant vocational certificate or associate degree. Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software, precision measuring tools, and adherence to industry regulations such as FAA standards are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong problem-solving abilities are important soft skills for this career. These competencies ensure the safe and efficient assembly of aircraft components while meeting strict quality and safety standards.

What is the typical work environment like for someone in aircraft building?

Aircraft building professionals usually work in large, climate-controlled manufacturing facilities or assembly hangars, often as part of a team responsible for different aspects of aircraft construction. The role involves hands-on assembly, quality checks, and occasional collaboration with engineers, inspectors, and other specialists to troubleshoot issues or ensure compliance with specifications. Depending on the employer, work may be structured around shifts and can require standing for long periods and using specialized tools or machinery. Teamwork is a major focus, as projects are highly collaborative and success depends on seamless coordination across different departments.

How much do aircraft builders make?

Aircraft builders, also known as aircraft manufacturing technicians or assemblers, typically earn a median annual salary of around $50,000 to $70,000, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Skilled workers with specialized training or certifications in aerospace assembly can earn higher wages, especially when working with complex systems or in advanced manufacturing environments.
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Infographic showing various Aircraft Building job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,212 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Mechanical Sub-Systems Engineer, Experienced

Scaled Composites

Mojave, CA • On-site

$95K - $219K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

What you’ll do:

Depending on size and complexity, a Subsystems Engineer may own one or more vehicle systems (Propulsion, Fuel / Energy Storage, Electrical, Avionics, Landing Gear, Flight Controls, Hydraulics, Environmental Controls / Pressurization, etc.), or they may work on a team helping to develop a single system to maturity. Regardless, these engineers are responsible for fleshing out an initial requirement and translating that into a design that meshes with the overall aircraft goals. This means conceptualizing a solution, negotiating detailed requirements, performing detailed design and analysis, developing definition (models, drawings, schematics, work instructions), supervising fabrication and installation, defining and performing operational tests, and ultimately, acting as a system subject matter expert as the vehicle moves into integrated tests and flight. 

The Subsystems Engineer will get to explore the nooks and crannies (i.e. bowels and hell-holes) of our airplanes all while smelling like jet fuel, contorting under cabin floors, climbing into engine nacelles, squinting at multi-meters, and trying to figure out why the thing isn’t doing the thing it’s supposed to. If this is your idea of a good time, we’d love to learn more about you!

We are looking to add experienced subsystems engineers to our team. Ideally, these candidates would have the capability and drive to evolve into leadership positions in rather quick fashion. If you’ve worked on aircraft systems in depth, and can bring a significant body of knowledge and abilities on day one, please consider applying!

Category: Engineering

Location: Mojave, CA

Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship

Clearance Type: None

Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

Benefits: 100% Paid Benefits and 401k Matching 


About Scaled

Founded by visionary aircraft designer Burt Rutan, Scaled Composites has been in the business of Designing, Building, and Flying unique airplanes and spacecraft for over 40 years. We are a modestly sized company, constantly building small teams of empowered and capable employees to achieve extraordinary accomplishments in aerospace. From the farthest (Global Flyer), to the largest (Stratolaunch), to the highest (SpaceShipOne, Proteus), and many in between, Scaled’s track record of innovation has pushed against and expanded some of the most stubborn corners of the flight envelope. 

We honor that legacy today by doing what we’ve always done - seeking out the hardest problems in aerospace and having fun while solving them. With an average of a new design first flight for every year of our existence, there is no better place to practice the arts and science of new aircraft development than here at Scaled.

Duties and Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: 

  • Developing end-to-end mechanical sub-system concepts
  • Selecting and / or designing system components
  • Determining loads and system demands based on vehicle requirements
  • Analyzing system performance, documenting the work, and presenting results for review
  • Designing for fault-tolerant behavior of all critical subsystems
  • Developing build documentation and supervising part and system fabrication and integration
  • Developing functional, acceptance-level, and qualification level test procedures; conducting tests
  • Providing system knowledge and expertise to, or potentially as part of, the flight test team for informed conduct of initial and ongoing vehicle flight testing
  • Mentoring other early-career engineers based on personal experience and domain knowledge

Required Qualifications:  

  • 5+ years of relevant subsystems design experience
  • Understanding of and ability to analyze system behavior
  • Knowledge of related system components and their functions
  • Ability to operate test and vehicle instrumentation to verify system performance
  • Strong problem solving, organizational, and communication skills
  • Experience in 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD)
  • Ability and interest to work across multiple engineering disciplines on an aggressive schedule
  • Bachelor of Science in a relevant engineering discipline or substantial equivalent experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Prior experience in leading and managing teams of engineers
  • Experience in NX, Catia V5, or Solidworks
  • Rapid prototyping experience
  • Hands-on design and build experience
  • Aerospace experience (work history, pilot’s license, experimental aircraft building, etc.)
  • DOD Secret Clearance
  • Additional degrees or additional relevant work experience

Essential Job Functions: 

  • Requires mobility and the ability to bend and reach 
  • May infrequently require lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling materials (Ground Power Units, fuel bowsers, small aircraft) with a force up to 30 pounds 
  • Manual dexterity and coordination are required; repetitive hand motion (e.g., to operate computer keyboard, test equipment, aircraft avionics) 
  • Vision at close distances and the ability to adjust focus for prolonged periods (i.e., computer screen, flight displays)
  • Ability to remain sedentary or stationary for prolonged periods of time 
  • Ability to write for extended periods of time 
  • Ability to work in an office setting for prolonged periods of time
  • May be asked to carry up to 20 lbs. up and down a flight of stairs on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, test hardware, etc. 
  • Occasional reaching overhead and lifting up to 15 pounds
  • Ability to converse and communicate information with others
  • Occasional exposure to chemical vapors and/or fumes in low non-hazardous concentration
  • Potential to climb up and down steps on a daily basis
  • Must be able to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

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