Calspan Corporation

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Aircraft Fabricator to support ongoing flight operations at Calspan. This role encompasses full-cycle fabrication—from raw material to finished, coated component—including precision metalworking, structural assembly, and aerospace-grade surface finishing.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and install aircraft structural and mechanical components per engineering drawings, technical orders, and flight-test requirements.
• Perform precision sheet metal work: layout, cutting, forming, drilling, peening, and riveting.
• Fabricate custom brackets, fittings, and mechanical hardware using manual machines.
• Conduct surface preparation and finishing in accordance with FAA and OEM standards.
• Support flight-test operations when required: rapid fabrication, modification, and in-situ finishing of test articles at field locations.
• Conduct self-inspections and coordinate with QA to verify structural integrity, coating quality, and dimensional accuracy.
• Maintain tools, fixtures, and 5S-compliant workspaces; adhere to safety, environmental, and security protocols.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of verifiable experience in aircraft fabrication, structural repair, or related aviation manufacturing.
• Demonstrated proficiency with manual fabrication tools and equipment.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and work from analog technical documentation.
• Knowledge of aircraft metals, corrosion control principles, and basic composite repair.
• Hands-on experience with aircraft surface finishing processes.
• Commitment to safety, documentation, regulatory compliance, and environmental standards.
• U.S. citizenship required, with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel infrequently (up to ~20 days/year) to support flight testing.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• 401k
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement