Aircraft Final Assembler
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that assembles major structural components of aircraft based on drawings, performing tasks such as riveting, bolting, and wiring.
Description
Aircraft final assemblers assemble major structural components such as fuselages, wings, and tail assemblies, and perform engine installation, internal wiring, and hydraulic piping installation. They use hand tools, torque wrenches, and rivet guns for fastening work, and conduct dimensional measurements and visual inspections based on quality control standards. They collaborate with engineers and quality control personnel for each process, comply with safety rules and clean room operation procedures, handle tasks according to skill level in production line or shift work environments, and are also required to train juniors and participate in improvement proposals.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable due to expanding air travel needs and domestic jet aircraft development. However, as automation and robotization progress, job content will change, requiring the inheritance of advanced skills and adaptation to new technologies.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Skilled Worker → Group Leader/Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Process Design Engineer
Required Skills
Assembly Procedures / Blueprint Reading / Fastening Work / Quality Inspection / Tool Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing / CAD Basics / Reading English Technical Documents / Safety Management Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to strictly check the dimensions and quality standards of small parts. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of handling heavy parts and standing work for long hours. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To smoothly progress assembly work with multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it basically involves accurately executing predetermined procedures. |
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- Crane Operator
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