Experienced Aerospace Assembler

Experienced Aerospace Assembler

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Exotic Metals Forming Division (EMFD)

Location : USA KENT,WA EXOTIC 5411 S 226

Job Family : Manufacturing

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Jun 4, 2026

Job ID : 66112

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

At Exotic Metals Forming Division, our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal. That is why we are so proud of everyone in our Exotic family who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working as a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement to stretch the bounds of creative thinking and provide quality products to our customers around the globe.

Experienced Aerospace Assembler

Perform a series of basic and some moderately complex operations using a variety of hand tools, power tools, fixtures, work instructions and test equipment to properly assemble sheet metal aircraft components. Inspect completed work for conformance to Production Planning, verbal and written instructions, sketches and specifications.

Functions, Responsibilities and Required Experience

Using hand and power tools, scribe, grind, punch, deburr, fit, and drill a variety of sheet metal detail parts, sub-assemblies or complete units by adjusting alignment and mating pieces to ordinary tolerances.

• May perform sizing, riveting, reaming, spotwelding, seam welding, poke tacking and braze preparation.

• Detect and provide input for resolution to faulty operations.

• May prepare and develop schedules on spotwelding, seam welding, riveting and fastener installation.

• May do tig-tacking for assembly purposes.

• Perform repairs such as small dents and scratches.

• Maintains thorough understanding of how the work being done produces a quality part.

• Maintain clean, organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.

• Check for prescribed dimensions in jigs, fixtures or with calipers, micrometers, height gages and other inspection devices

• Follow and accurately interpret written instructions, drawings, planning, sketches and best practice worksheets.

• Perform all work in accordance with established standards and safety procedures.

• Ensure proper documentation is entered on manufacturing planning (including correct quantities) and paperless timecard system.

• Train others on prior job experience.

• Work under limited oversight.

• Able to read and understand manufacturing planning, engineering blueprints and sketches.

• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Knows where to find this information at EMFD, and asks for help when necessary.

• Must be able to use mathematics relevant to functions.

• Requires familiarity with machine tools, precision instruments and good manual dexterity.

• Requires the ability to follow demonstrated steps.

• Working understanding of how product flows in and out of the work area and its impact.

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED required.

Working Conditions

Use of protective clothing, glasses, and other equipment to prevent burns and eye injuries.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $21.55/hr to $28.45/hr

• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.

• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.

• Career development and tuition reimbursement.

• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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