Oregon Labor Market Information System
WIRED Occupation Report Center
WIRED Occupation Report
for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers (51-2011) in the Oregon-Washington WIRED Region
Occupational 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.
Employment Projections for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers in the Oregon-Washington WIRED Region
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29 36 7 24.1% 1 1 1

Replacement openings are caused by existing workers permanently leaving their occupation. Many additional job openings occur due to job changes within occupations.
Data Sources and Limitations
Wages (All Industries, 2010) for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers in the Oregon-Washington WIRED Region
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$10.68 $11.98 $16.04 $19.41 $22.97 $16.03 $33,345
Data Sources and Limitations
State of Oregon License Information for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers No statewide license is required for this occupation.


Current Job Openings for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers in the Oregon Portion of the WIRED Region There are 1 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 1 are listed below.
Job Title Date Posted Location Wage Offered
Precision Assembler & Surface Finish Technician B 4/26/13 Portland DOE


Major Industries of Employment for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers in the Oregon-Washington WIRED Region
Industry NAICS Ownership 2008
Employment
Manufacturing 31 Private 28
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing 336 Private 28


Educational Requirements for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers Workers typically need a high school diploma or equivalent to enter this occupation. In addition, long-term on-the-job training is typically needed, once employed, to attain competency in the skills needed in this occupation.
Skills for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
  • Align Frame
  • Align Gears
  • Apply Hydraulics Principles
  • Apply Independent Judgment In Assembly Procedures
  • Apply Knowledge Of Ventilation Systems
  • Apply Quality Assurance Techniques
  • Apply Technical Information To Manufacturing And Industrial Activities
  • Assemble Gear Systems
  • Assemble Small Objects And Parts
  • Distinguish Colors
  • Fit Bearings
  • Inspect Components During Manufacturing
  • Lay Out And Fabricate Aircraft Parts
  • Maintain Consistent Quality
  • Maintain Welding Machines And Equipment
  • Maneuver Heavy Objects
  • Operate Cranes, Hoists, Or Mechanical Booms
  • Operate Electronic Calibration Devices
  • Operate Precision Measuring Devices, Tools And Equipment
  • Operate Specialized Metal Shaping Machines
  • Perform Basic Assembly
  • Perform Combination Welding
  • Perform Safety Inspections In Manufacturing Or Repair Setting
  • Read And Understand Operating Manuals
  • Read Blueprints And Technical Drawings
  • Read Production Layouts
  • Read Schematics And Specifications
  • Set Up Specialized Machines For Metals Manufacturing
  • Solder Electronic Components Or Electrical Connections
  • Sort Raw Materials Used In Manufacturing
  • Test Mechanical Products And Equipment After Repair Or Assembly
  • Understand Manufacturing Methods And Techniques
  • Use Acetylene Torch
  • Use Algebra
  • Use Electronic Test Equipment
  • Use Gauges And Other Measuring Devices To Test Electrical Equipment
  • Use Geometry
  • Use Metric System
  • Use Pneumatic Tools
  • Use X-Ray And Magnetic Inspection
  • Weld Metal Parts


Schools and Training Providers for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers The training providers listed below offer one or more of the following programs:

Portland Community College
12000 SW 49th Avenue
Portland, OR 97219
Phone: (503) 244-6111
Programs of Training:


Graduates and Program Completers for training programs related to Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers

Program Award State Completers Year
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 1-2 yrs. Oregon 17 2008
Airframe Mechanics & Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 1-2 yrs. Oregon 23 2008
Airframe Mechanics & Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician Associate Degree Oregon 8 2008


Employment Service Job Applicants - January 2011 for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers in the Oregon-Washington WIRED Region
Occupation Oregon Job Applicants by Experience Level Washington Applicants
None <1 Year 1-4 Years 5-9 Years 10+ Years
Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers 266 66 146 50 58 0

Occupational experience is largely self-reported.

Applicants counts include only those registered with the Oregon State Employment Department and the Washington State Employment Security Department. They do not represent all job applicants across the WIRED region.

Applicants in Oregon may be listed under multiple occupational categories, so summing applicant counts across occupational classifications will result in some double-counting.

Source: Oregon Employment Department, Washington State Employment Security Department


Related Occupations The scores listed below indicates how closely the skills for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers matches the occupation in the list. A score of 100% means the occupations have identical skill sets. A maximum of 10 occupations are displayed below.
Occupation Skill Overlap
Engine And Other Machine Assemblers 58%
Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers 45%
Structural Metal Fabricators And Fitters 41%
Assemblers, Multi-Task Or Team 38%
Assemblers And Fabricators, All Other 36%
Electrical And Electronic Equipment Assemblers 34%
Coil Winders, Tapers, And Finishers 32%
Production Workers, All Other 30%
The Oregon-Washington WIRED Region consists of Clackamas, Columbia, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Washington and Yamhill counties in Oregon, and Clark, Cowlitz and Wahkiakum counties in Washington.