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Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd
Senior Aircraft Structures Technician
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An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.
$72,000 / year median in Florida
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Senior Aircraft Structures Technician
Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd
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Sarasota, Florida
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PERMANENT
Updated 08/2026 Job Description Job Summary Be part of the founding team launching the first US aircraft assembly line for Pilatus. Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd is launching a new PC-12 final assembly operation in Sarasota, Florida. To establish this operation successfully, we are seeking highly experienced aircraft assembly professionals to join our launch team. Launch team members are selected based on proven hands-on experience, technical maturity, and the ability to work independently in a production environment. Successful candidates will complete approximately 6-12 months of advanced, hands-on training at Pilatus headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, working directly within an established production line. Training starts summer 2026. Upon return to Sarasota, Launch Team members will work alongside Mentors from the Pilatus factory, serving as core technical experts, mentors, and potential future leaders, supporting ramp-up of the Sarasota assembly line and training of new personnel. We invite you to visit our website to learn more about this opportunity. Launch Team | Pilatus Aircraft Essential Duties/Responsibilities Performs drilling, riveting, shimming, and structural assembly on fuselage, wing, and empennage sections Verifies structural alignment, tolerances, and fit in accordance with approved drawings and work instructions Documents conformity and inspection data per quality and regulatory requirements Learns and applies Pilatus structural assembly methods and best practices during the Switzerland training assignment Captures structural assembly knowledge and lessons learned and transfer them into the Sarasota assembly operation Supports development, standardization, and continuous improvement of US structural assembly processes Acts as a mentor and trainer for newly hired structures technicians during the Sarasota ramp-up phase Ensures all work complies with EASA regulations, company procedures, and applicable customer and quality standards Supports additional projects or duties as assigned by leadership Other Duties/Responsibilities Works with a high level of autonomy and technical judgment Serves as a technical reference for structural assembly and fit-up topics Proactively identifies risks, quality concerns, and improvement opportunities during early production phases Leads by example in precision, compliance, and craftsmanship Supports early problem-solving before full staffing and production maturity is achieved Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required Minimum of 8+ years of hands-on experience in aircraft structures or precision aerospace assembly OR 2-year technical degree with 6+ years of relevant aircraft structural experience FAA A&P license preferred but not required with strong structural background Demonstrated experience in drilling, riveting, shimming, and torquing; alignment verification and tolerance control; reading and interpreting structural drawings and specifications Comfortable working across multiple assembly stations and adapting to evolving processes Proficient in basic computer applications (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook) Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and work in restricted space What We Offer Unique opportunity to help launch Pilatus' firstUS PC-12
assembly line International training assignment, cultural exchange, language training at Pilatus headquarters in Stans, Switzerland (approx. 6-12 months) Comprehensive support package for the Switzerland assignment (details provided separately) Long-term career growth opportunities, including paths into Team Lead, Specialist or leadership roles as the program matures Competitive compensation, benefits, and retention incentives 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6% Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full The salary range for this position is $33.78 - 44.94 per hour depending on experience. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. To submit a paper application, please mail your resume to 12300 Pilatus Way, Broomfield, CO 80021Attention:
Human Resources. No walk-ins please. If personalized assistance is needed to complete an online application for this position, please email employment.us@pilatus-aircraft.com with your request. Salary Description $33.78 - 44.94 / Hour Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings