- Description
- Work Activities
- Abilities
- Interests
- Knowledge
- Wages
- Skills
- Work Values
- Work Styles
- Related Degrees
- Work Context
- Task Ratings
- Education
Job Description: Assemble, fit, fasten, and install parts of airplanes, space vehicles, or missiles, such as tails, wings, fuselage, bulkheads, stabilizers, landing gear, rigging and control equipment, or heating and ventilating systems.
Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers spend a lot of their time Handling and Moving Objects. They are naturally good at Visualization, Information Ordering, Finger Dexterity, and Extent Flexibility. Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers are typically characterized as being Realistic and Conventional. They are usually very knowledgable about Mechanical, Public Safety and Security, and Design and are skilled at Quality Control Analysis and Reading Comprehension.
Work Activities
Handling and Moving Objects
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
Controlling Machines and Processes
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Performing General Physical Activities
Analyzing Data or Information
Documenting/Recording Information
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Processing Information
Training and Teaching Others
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Getting Information
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
Thinking Creatively
Developing and Building Teams
Scheduling Work and Activities
Developing Objectives and Strategies
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Coaching and Developing Others
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Interacting With Computers
Assisting and Caring for Others
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Performing Administrative Activities
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Abilities
Visualization
Information Ordering
Finger Dexterity
Extent Flexibility
Oral Comprehension
Problem Sensitivity
Far Vision
Manual Dexterity
Near Vision
Selective Attention
Deductive Reasoning
Written Comprehension
Control Precision
Trunk Strength
Reaction Time
Inductive Reasoning
Oral Expression
Auditory Attention
Visual Color Discrimination
Arm-Hand Steadiness
Perceptual Speed
Flexibility of Closure
Depth Perception
Multilimb Coordination
Hearing Sensitivity
Category Flexibility
Static Strength
Fluency of Ideas
Gross Body Equilibrium
Written Expression
Response Orientation
Speech Recognition
Speed of Closure
Number Facility
Originality
Glare Sensitivity
Speech Clarity
Time Sharing
Gross Body Coordination
Stamina
Mathematical Reasoning
Rate Control
Wrist-Finger Speed
Dynamic Strength
Memorization
Speed of Limb Movement
Spatial Orientation
Sound Localization
Peripheral Vision
Night Vision
Explosive Strength
Interests
Realistic
Conventional
Enterprising
Investigative
Artistic
Social
Knowledge
Mechanical
Public Safety and Security
Design
English Language
Chemistry
Education and Training
Mathematics
Production and Processing
Customer and Personal Service
Building and Construction
Engineering and Technology
Computers and Electronics
Law and Government
Physics
Administration and Management
Transportation
Telecommunications
Psychology
Wages
Pennsylvania
$55,890
Mississippi
$52,390
Virginia
$49,760
Illinois
$49,090
Connecticut
$48,320
Georgia
$48,200
Massachusetts
$47,900
Texas
$47,390
Arizona
$46,720
Florida
$42,100
Michigan
$41,430
Colorado
$41,180
California
$39,260
Utah
$37,510
New Jersey
$37,260
Ohio
$36,310
New York
$35,180
Maryland
$34,340
Louisiana
$31,740
Alabama
$31,050
Oregon
$29,940
Skills
Quality Control Analysis
Reading Comprehension
Troubleshooting
Operation Monitoring
Active Learning
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Judgment and Decision Making
Monitoring
Coordination
Operation and Control
Installation
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Active Listening
Mathematics
Writing
Time Management
Speaking
Equipment Selection
Equipment Maintenance
Systems Analysis
Repairing
Systems Evaluation
Management of Personnel Resources
Social Perceptiveness
Persuasion
Service Orientation
Negotiation
Technology Design
Science
Operations Analysis
Management of Material Resources
Management of Financial Resources
Work Values
Support
Relationships
Working Conditions
Achievement
Independence
Recognition
Work Styles
Dependability
Integrity
Attention to Detail
Cooperation
Adaptability/Flexibility
Achievement/Effort
Independence
Self Control
Persistence
Initiative
Concern for Others
Social Orientation
Stress Tolerance
Innovation
Leadership
Analytical Thinking
Related University Degree Programs
Work Context
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Exposed to Contaminants
Time Pressure
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Face-to-Face Discussions
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Freedom to Make Decisions
Contact With Others
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
Consequence of Error
Work With Work Group or Team
Spend Time Standing
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Frequency of Decision Making
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Coordinate or Lead Others
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Physical Proximity
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Electronic Mail
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Level of Competition
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Telephone
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Spend Time Walking and Running
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Letters and Memos
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Deal With External Customers
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Duration of Typical Work Week
Exposed to High Places
Public Speaking
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Spend Time Sitting
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Degree of Automation
Work Schedules
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Exposed to Radiation
-40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-A lot of freedom-
Freedom to Make Decisions
Structured versus Unstructured Work
-About half the time-
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
-Completely automated-
Degree of Automation
-Constant contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others about half the time-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others most of the time-
Contact With Others
-Continually or almost continually-
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
-Every day-
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Exposed to Contaminants
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Face-to-Face Discussions
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Frequency of Decision Making
Time Pressure
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Electronic Mail
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Telephone
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Exposed to High Places
Public Speaking
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Letters and Memos
Frequency of Conflict Situations
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Disease or Infections
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Radiation
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
-Extremely competitive-
Level of Competition
-Extremely important-
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Coordinate or Lead Others
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Deal With External Customers
-Extremely serious-
Consequence of Error
-Fairly important-
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Deal With External Customers
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Coordinate or Lead Others
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Fairly serious-
Consequence of Error
-High responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-Highly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Highly competitive-
Level of Competition
-I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)-
Physical Proximity
-I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)-
Physical Proximity
-Important-
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Coordinate or Lead Others
Deal With External Customers
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)-
Work Schedules
-Less than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-Less than half the time-
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
-Limited freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Limited responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Minor results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderate responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Moderate results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderately automated-
Degree of Automation
-Moderately close (at arm's length)-
Physical Proximity
-Moderately competitive-
Level of Competition
-More than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-More than half the time-
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Sitting
-Never-
Exposed to Radiation
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Outdoors, Under Cover
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Public Speaking
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to High Places
Spend Time Sitting
Electronic Mail
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Letters and Memos
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Telephone
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Frequency of Decision Making
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Time Pressure
Face-to-Face Discussions
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Exposed to Contaminants
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
-No contact with others-
Contact With Others
-No freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-No responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-No results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Not at all automated-
Degree of Automation
-Not at all competitive-
Level of Competition
-Not important at all-
Deal With External Customers
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Not serious at all-
Consequence of Error
-Occasional contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Once a month or more but not every week-
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to High Places
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Public Speaking
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Electronic Mail
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Letters and Memos
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Telephone
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Exposed to Contaminants
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Time Pressure
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Radiation
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Face-to-Face Discussions
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Frequency of Decision Making
-Once a week or more but not every day-
Letters and Memos
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Time Pressure
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Telephone
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Electronic Mail
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Frequency of Decision Making
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Exposed to Contaminants
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Face-to-Face Discussions
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Outdoors, Under Cover
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Public Speaking
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Exposed to Disease or Infections
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to High Places
Exposed to Radiation
-Once a year or more but not every month-
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Telephone
Frequency of Decision Making
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Letters and Memos
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Face-to-Face Discussions
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Exposed to High Places
Outdoors, Under Cover
Public Speaking
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Electronic Mail
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Time Pressure
Exposed to Radiation
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Contaminants
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
-Regular (established routine, set schedule)-
Work Schedules
-Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)-
Work Schedules
-Serious-
Consequence of Error
-Slightly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Slightly close (e.g., shared office)-
Physical Proximity
-Slightly competitive-
Level of Competition
-Some freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Very close (near touching)-
Physical Proximity
-Very high responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Very important-
Coordinate or Lead Others
Work With Work Group or Team
Deal With External Customers
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Very important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Very little freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Very serious-
Consequence of Error
Task Ratings
- Importance Core-
Align and fit structural assemblies manually, or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
Assemble and fit prefabricated parts to form subassemblies.
Assemble, install, and connect parts, fittings, and assemblies on aircraft, using layout tools, hand tools, power tools, and fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and clamps.
Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
Cut, trim, file, bend, and smooth parts, and verify sizes and fitting tolerances in order to ensure proper fit and clearance of parts.
Read and interpret blueprints, illustrations, and specifications to determine layouts, sequences of operations, or identities and relationships of parts.
Align, fit, assemble, connect, and install system components, using jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
Join structural assemblies such as wings, tails, and fuselage.
Lay out and mark reference points and locations for installation of parts and components, using jigs, templates, and measuring and marking instruments.
Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
Attach brackets, hinges, or clips to secure or support components and subassemblies, using bolts, screws, rivets, chemical bonding, or welding.
Inspect and test installed units, parts, systems, and assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, and compliance with standards, using measuring instruments and test equipment.
Fit and fasten sheet metal coverings to surface areas and other sections of aircraft prior to welding or riveting.
Clean, oil, and/or coat system components as necessary before assembling and attaching them.
- Importance Supplemental-
Set, align, adjust, and synchronize aircraft armament and rigging and control system components to established tolerances and requirements, using sighting devices and hand tools.
Install and connect control cables to electronically controlled units, using hand tools, ring locks, cotter keys, threaded connectors, turnbuckles, and related devices.
Fabricate parts needed for assembly and installation, using shop equipment.
Set up and operate machines and systems to crimp, cut, bend, form, swage, flare, bead, burr, and straighten tubing, according to specifications.
Weld tubing and fittings, and solder cable ends, using tack-welders, induction brazing chambers, or other equipment.
Install mechanical linkages and actuators, and verify tension of cables, using tensiometers.
Mark identifying information on tubing or cable assemblies, using etching devices, labels, rubber stamps, or other methods.
Verify dimensions of cable assemblies and positions of fittings, using measuring instruments.
Select and install accessories in swaging machines, using hand tools.
Form loops or splices in cables, using clamps and fittings, or reweave cable strands.
Measure and cut cables and tubing, using master templates, measuring instruments, and cable cutters or saws.
Swage fittings onto cables, using swaging machines.
- Relevance of Task Core-
Attach brackets, hinges, or clips to secure or support components and subassemblies, using bolts, screws, rivets, chemical bonding, or welding.
Read and interpret blueprints, illustrations, and specifications to determine layouts, sequences of operations, or identities and relationships of parts.
Align, fit, assemble, connect, and install system components, using jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
Assemble, install, and connect parts, fittings, and assemblies on aircraft, using layout tools, hand tools, power tools, and fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and clamps.
Cut, trim, file, bend, and smooth parts, and verify sizes and fitting tolerances in order to ensure proper fit and clearance of parts.
Inspect and test installed units, parts, systems, and assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, and compliance with standards, using measuring instruments and test equipment.
Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
Lay out and mark reference points and locations for installation of parts and components, using jigs, templates, and measuring and marking instruments.
Assemble and fit prefabricated parts to form subassemblies.
Fit and fasten sheet metal coverings to surface areas and other sections of aircraft prior to welding or riveting.
Clean, oil, and/or coat system components as necessary before assembling and attaching them.
Join structural assemblies such as wings, tails, and fuselage.
Align and fit structural assemblies manually, or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
- Relevance of Task Supplemental-
Fabricate parts needed for assembly and installation, using shop equipment.
Set up and operate machines and systems to crimp, cut, bend, form, swage, flare, bead, burr, and straighten tubing, according to specifications.
Mark identifying information on tubing or cable assemblies, using etching devices, labels, rubber stamps, or other methods.
Install and connect control cables to electronically controlled units, using hand tools, ring locks, cotter keys, threaded connectors, turnbuckles, and related devices.
Verify dimensions of cable assemblies and positions of fittings, using measuring instruments.
Set, align, adjust, and synchronize aircraft armament and rigging and control system components to established tolerances and requirements, using sighting devices and hand tools.
Install mechanical linkages and actuators, and verify tension of cables, using tensiometers.
Select and install accessories in swaging machines, using hand tools.
Measure and cut cables and tubing, using master templates, measuring instruments, and cable cutters or saws.
Swage fittings onto cables, using swaging machines.
Form loops or splices in cables, using clamps and fittings, or reweave cable strands.
Weld tubing and fittings, and solder cable ends, using tack-welders, induction brazing chambers, or other equipment.
-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Lay out and mark reference points and locations for installation of parts and components, using jigs, templates, and measuring and marking instruments.
Fit and fasten sheet metal coverings to surface areas and other sections of aircraft prior to welding or riveting.
Assemble and fit prefabricated parts to form subassemblies.
Assemble, install, and connect parts, fittings, and assemblies on aircraft, using layout tools, hand tools, power tools, and fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and clamps.
Inspect and test installed units, parts, systems, and assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, and compliance with standards, using measuring instruments and test equipment.
Attach brackets, hinges, or clips to secure or support components and subassemblies, using bolts, screws, rivets, chemical bonding, or welding.
Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
Cut, trim, file, bend, and smooth parts, and verify sizes and fitting tolerances in order to ensure proper fit and clearance of parts.
Align, fit, assemble, connect, and install system components, using jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
Clean, oil, and/or coat system components as necessary before assembling and attaching them.
Read and interpret blueprints, illustrations, and specifications to determine layouts, sequences of operations, or identities and relationships of parts.
Join structural assemblies such as wings, tails, and fuselage.
Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
Align and fit structural assemblies manually, or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Set up and operate machines and systems to crimp, cut, bend, form, swage, flare, bead, burr, and straighten tubing, according to specifications.
Measure and cut cables and tubing, using master templates, measuring instruments, and cable cutters or saws.
Verify dimensions of cable assemblies and positions of fittings, using measuring instruments.
Mark identifying information on tubing or cable assemblies, using etching devices, labels, rubber stamps, or other methods.
Install and connect control cables to electronically controlled units, using hand tools, ring locks, cotter keys, threaded connectors, turnbuckles, and related devices.
Set, align, adjust, and synchronize aircraft armament and rigging and control system components to established tolerances and requirements, using sighting devices and hand tools.
Fabricate parts needed for assembly and installation, using shop equipment.
Install mechanical linkages and actuators, and verify tension of cables, using tensiometers.
Swage fittings onto cables, using swaging machines.
Form loops or splices in cables, using clamps and fittings, or reweave cable strands.
Select and install accessories in swaging machines, using hand tools.
-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Assemble, install, and connect parts, fittings, and assemblies on aircraft, using layout tools, hand tools, power tools, and fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and clamps.
Align, fit, assemble, connect, and install system components, using jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
Read and interpret blueprints, illustrations, and specifications to determine layouts, sequences of operations, or identities and relationships of parts.
Attach brackets, hinges, or clips to secure or support components and subassemblies, using bolts, screws, rivets, chemical bonding, or welding.
Cut, trim, file, bend, and smooth parts, and verify sizes and fitting tolerances in order to ensure proper fit and clearance of parts.
Assemble and fit prefabricated parts to form subassemblies.
Inspect and test installed units, parts, systems, and assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, and compliance with standards, using measuring instruments and test equipment.
Clean, oil, and/or coat system components as necessary before assembling and attaching them.
Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
Fit and fasten sheet metal coverings to surface areas and other sections of aircraft prior to welding or riveting.
Align and fit structural assemblies manually, or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
Lay out and mark reference points and locations for installation of parts and components, using jigs, templates, and measuring and marking instruments.
Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
Join structural assemblies such as wings, tails, and fuselage.
-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Fabricate parts needed for assembly and installation, using shop equipment.
Install and connect control cables to electronically controlled units, using hand tools, ring locks, cotter keys, threaded connectors, turnbuckles, and related devices.
Install mechanical linkages and actuators, and verify tension of cables, using tensiometers.
Verify dimensions of cable assemblies and positions of fittings, using measuring instruments.
Form loops or splices in cables, using clamps and fittings, or reweave cable strands.
Measure and cut cables and tubing, using master templates, measuring instruments, and cable cutters or saws.
Mark identifying information on tubing or cable assemblies, using etching devices, labels, rubber stamps, or other methods.
Set up and operate machines and systems to crimp, cut, bend, form, swage, flare, bead, burr, and straighten tubing, according to specifications.
Swage fittings onto cables, using swaging machines.
Select and install accessories in swaging machines, using hand tools.
Weld tubing and fittings, and solder cable ends, using tack-welders, induction brazing chambers, or other equipment.
-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
Read and interpret blueprints, illustrations, and specifications to determine layouts, sequences of operations, or identities and relationships of parts.
Clean, oil, and/or coat system components as necessary before assembling and attaching them.
Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
Align and fit structural assemblies manually, or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
Join structural assemblies such as wings, tails, and fuselage.
Assemble and fit prefabricated parts to form subassemblies.
Fit and fasten sheet metal coverings to surface areas and other sections of aircraft prior to welding or riveting.
Cut, trim, file, bend, and smooth parts, and verify sizes and fitting tolerances in order to ensure proper fit and clearance of parts.
Inspect and test installed units, parts, systems, and assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, and compliance with standards, using measuring instruments and test equipment.
Align, fit, assemble, connect, and install system components, using jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
Attach brackets, hinges, or clips to secure or support components and subassemblies, using bolts, screws, rivets, chemical bonding, or welding.
Lay out and mark reference points and locations for installation of parts and components, using jigs, templates, and measuring and marking instruments.
Assemble, install, and connect parts, fittings, and assemblies on aircraft, using layout tools, hand tools, power tools, and fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and clamps.
-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Form loops or splices in cables, using clamps and fittings, or reweave cable strands.
Measure and cut cables and tubing, using master templates, measuring instruments, and cable cutters or saws.
Set, align, adjust, and synchronize aircraft armament and rigging and control system components to established tolerances and requirements, using sighting devices and hand tools.
Verify dimensions of cable assemblies and positions of fittings, using measuring instruments.
Fabricate parts needed for assembly and installation, using shop equipment.
Install and connect control cables to electronically controlled units, using hand tools, ring locks, cotter keys, threaded connectors, turnbuckles, and related devices.
Mark identifying information on tubing or cable assemblies, using etching devices, labels, rubber stamps, or other methods.
Select and install accessories in swaging machines, using hand tools.
Swage fittings onto cables, using swaging machines.
Weld tubing and fittings, and solder cable ends, using tack-welders, induction brazing chambers, or other equipment.
Set up and operate machines and systems to crimp, cut, bend, form, swage, flare, bead, burr, and straighten tubing, according to specifications.
-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Align and fit structural assemblies manually, or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
Cut, trim, file, bend, and smooth parts, and verify sizes and fitting tolerances in order to ensure proper fit and clearance of parts.
Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
Join structural assemblies such as wings, tails, and fuselage.
Clean, oil, and/or coat system components as necessary before assembling and attaching them.
Align, fit, assemble, connect, and install system components, using jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
Read and interpret blueprints, illustrations, and specifications to determine layouts, sequences of operations, or identities and relationships of parts.
Inspect and test installed units, parts, systems, and assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, and compliance with standards, using measuring instruments and test equipment.
Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
Lay out and mark reference points and locations for installation of parts and components, using jigs, templates, and measuring and marking instruments.
Assemble, install, and connect parts, fittings, and assemblies on aircraft, using layout tools, hand tools, power tools, and fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and clamps.
Attach brackets, hinges, or clips to secure or support components and subassemblies, using bolts, screws, rivets, chemical bonding, or welding.
Assemble and fit prefabricated parts to form subassemblies.
Fit and fasten sheet metal coverings to surface areas and other sections of aircraft prior to welding or riveting.
-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Mark identifying information on tubing or cable assemblies, using etching devices, labels, rubber stamps, or other methods.
Set, align, adjust, and synchronize aircraft armament and rigging and control system components to established tolerances and requirements, using sighting devices and hand tools.
Install mechanical linkages and actuators, and verify tension of cables, using tensiometers.
Set up and operate machines and systems to crimp, cut, bend, form, swage, flare, bead, burr, and straighten tubing, according to specifications.
Fabricate parts needed for assembly and installation, using shop equipment.
Install and connect control cables to electronically controlled units, using hand tools, ring locks, cotter keys, threaded connectors, turnbuckles, and related devices.
Measure and cut cables and tubing, using master templates, measuring instruments, and cable cutters or saws.
Form loops or splices in cables, using clamps and fittings, or reweave cable strands.
Verify dimensions of cable assemblies and positions of fittings, using measuring instruments.
Weld tubing and fittings, and solder cable ends, using tack-welders, induction brazing chambers, or other equipment.
-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Join structural assemblies such as wings, tails, and fuselage.
Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
Lay out and mark reference points and locations for installation of parts and components, using jigs, templates, and measuring and marking instruments.
Align, fit, assemble, connect, and install system components, using jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
Align and fit structural assemblies manually, or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
Fit and fasten sheet metal coverings to surface areas and other sections of aircraft prior to welding or riveting.
Clean, oil, and/or coat system components as necessary before assembling and attaching them.
Cut, trim, file, bend, and smooth parts, and verify sizes and fitting tolerances in order to ensure proper fit and clearance of parts.
Inspect and test installed units, parts, systems, and assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, and compliance with standards, using measuring instruments and test equipment.
Read and interpret blueprints, illustrations, and specifications to determine layouts, sequences of operations, or identities and relationships of parts.
Assemble and fit prefabricated parts to form subassemblies.
Assemble, install, and connect parts, fittings, and assemblies on aircraft, using layout tools, hand tools, power tools, and fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and clamps.
Attach brackets, hinges, or clips to secure or support components and subassemblies, using bolts, screws, rivets, chemical bonding, or welding.
-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Weld tubing and fittings, and solder cable ends, using tack-welders, induction brazing chambers, or other equipment.
Verify dimensions of cable assemblies and positions of fittings, using measuring instruments.
Select and install accessories in swaging machines, using hand tools.
Mark identifying information on tubing or cable assemblies, using etching devices, labels, rubber stamps, or other methods.
Swage fittings onto cables, using swaging machines.
Set up and operate machines and systems to crimp, cut, bend, form, swage, flare, bead, burr, and straighten tubing, according to specifications.
Install mechanical linkages and actuators, and verify tension of cables, using tensiometers.
Fabricate parts needed for assembly and installation, using shop equipment.
Measure and cut cables and tubing, using master templates, measuring instruments, and cable cutters or saws.
Install and connect control cables to electronically controlled units, using hand tools, ring locks, cotter keys, threaded connectors, turnbuckles, and related devices.
Form loops or splices in cables, using clamps and fittings, or reweave cable strands.
Set, align, adjust, and synchronize aircraft armament and rigging and control system components to established tolerances and requirements, using sighting devices and hand tools.
-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Attach brackets, hinges, or clips to secure or support components and subassemblies, using bolts, screws, rivets, chemical bonding, or welding.
Align, fit, assemble, connect, and install system components, using jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
Read and interpret blueprints, illustrations, and specifications to determine layouts, sequences of operations, or identities and relationships of parts.
Fit and fasten sheet metal coverings to surface areas and other sections of aircraft prior to welding or riveting.
Inspect and test installed units, parts, systems, and assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, and compliance with standards, using measuring instruments and test equipment.
Assemble, install, and connect parts, fittings, and assemblies on aircraft, using layout tools, hand tools, power tools, and fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and clamps.
Align and fit structural assemblies manually, or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
Clean, oil, and/or coat system components as necessary before assembling and attaching them.
Assemble and fit prefabricated parts to form subassemblies.
Cut, trim, file, bend, and smooth parts, and verify sizes and fitting tolerances in order to ensure proper fit and clearance of parts.
Lay out and mark reference points and locations for installation of parts and components, using jigs, templates, and measuring and marking instruments.
Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
Join structural assemblies such as wings, tails, and fuselage.
Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Install and connect control cables to electronically controlled units, using hand tools, ring locks, cotter keys, threaded connectors, turnbuckles, and related devices.
Measure and cut cables and tubing, using master templates, measuring instruments, and cable cutters or saws.
Select and install accessories in swaging machines, using hand tools.
Fabricate parts needed for assembly and installation, using shop equipment.
Set, align, adjust, and synchronize aircraft armament and rigging and control system components to established tolerances and requirements, using sighting devices and hand tools.
Form loops or splices in cables, using clamps and fittings, or reweave cable strands.
Install mechanical linkages and actuators, and verify tension of cables, using tensiometers.
Mark identifying information on tubing or cable assemblies, using etching devices, labels, rubber stamps, or other methods.
Set up and operate machines and systems to crimp, cut, bend, form, swage, flare, bead, burr, and straighten tubing, according to specifications.
Swage fittings onto cables, using swaging machines.
Verify dimensions of cable assemblies and positions of fittings, using measuring instruments.
Weld tubing and fittings, and solder cable ends, using tack-welders, induction brazing chambers, or other equipment.
-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
Join structural assemblies such as wings, tails, and fuselage.
Assemble and fit prefabricated parts to form subassemblies.
Clean, oil, and/or coat system components as necessary before assembling and attaching them.
Align and fit structural assemblies manually, or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
Read and interpret blueprints, illustrations, and specifications to determine layouts, sequences of operations, or identities and relationships of parts.
Lay out and mark reference points and locations for installation of parts and components, using jigs, templates, and measuring and marking instruments.
Fit and fasten sheet metal coverings to surface areas and other sections of aircraft prior to welding or riveting.
Cut, trim, file, bend, and smooth parts, and verify sizes and fitting tolerances in order to ensure proper fit and clearance of parts.
Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
Align, fit, assemble, connect, and install system components, using jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
Assemble, install, and connect parts, fittings, and assemblies on aircraft, using layout tools, hand tools, power tools, and fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and clamps.
Attach brackets, hinges, or clips to secure or support components and subassemblies, using bolts, screws, rivets, chemical bonding, or welding.
Inspect and test installed units, parts, systems, and assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, and compliance with standards, using measuring instruments and test equipment.
-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Form loops or splices in cables, using clamps and fittings, or reweave cable strands.
Swage fittings onto cables, using swaging machines.
Install and connect control cables to electronically controlled units, using hand tools, ring locks, cotter keys, threaded connectors, turnbuckles, and related devices.
Weld tubing and fittings, and solder cable ends, using tack-welders, induction brazing chambers, or other equipment.
Install mechanical linkages and actuators, and verify tension of cables, using tensiometers.
Set up and operate machines and systems to crimp, cut, bend, form, swage, flare, bead, burr, and straighten tubing, according to specifications.
Fabricate parts needed for assembly and installation, using shop equipment.
Verify dimensions of cable assemblies and positions of fittings, using measuring instruments.
Set, align, adjust, and synchronize aircraft armament and rigging and control system components to established tolerances and requirements, using sighting devices and hand tools.
Mark identifying information on tubing or cable assemblies, using etching devices, labels, rubber stamps, or other methods.
Education Training Experience
-On-Site or In-Plant Training-
Up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
-On-the-Job Training-
Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
-Related Work Experience-
None
Up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years
Over 8 years, up to and including 10 years
-Required Level of Education-
Less than a High School Diploma
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
Some College Courses
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)
First Professional Degree - awarded for completion of a program that: requires at least 2 years of college work before entrance into the program, includes a total of at least 6 academic years of work to complete, and provides all remaining academic requirements to begin practice in a profession