UAV Aircraft Assembler I
Location: Dayton / Miamisburg, OH
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Reports to: Production Supervisor
Travel: Approximately 0%
Clearance: N/A
Requirement: Must be a U.S. citizen
ABOUT HAWTHORN AERO
Hawthorn Aero delivers mission-ready manufacturing solutions built to meet the speed, scale, and reliability demands of today’s missions. Through a partner-first approach, we accelerate development, enable cost-efficient production, and ensure rate-ready execution from concept through high-rate manufacturing.
We combine early-stage design and development with low-rate prototype builds to de-risk programs and accelerate transition to production. Our team applies advanced airframe manufacturing techniques alongside robust integration services across 150,000 square feet of manufacturing space in Miamisburg, Ohio. Hawthorn Aero is AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certified.
POSITION SUMMARY
Hawthorn Aero is seeking a UAV Aircraft Assembler I who performs basic aircraft assembly tasks under direct supervision, learning aerospace manufacturing standards, tooling, and documentation while executing defined production work.
This role involves working closely with engineers, production technicians, and operations teams to support multiple programs and value streams.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assemble basic aircraft components and sub-assemblies using released work instructions.
• Perform drilling, fastening, and hardware installation using approved tools.
• Install basic brackets, panels, and structural components.
• Follow torque, sealant, and bonding procedures as directed.
• Perform visual self-inspection of completed work.
• Accurately complete work instructions and required production documentation.
• Maintain FOD, safety, and quality standards.
• Support senior assemblers as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–1 years of aircraft or mechanical assembly experience.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and drawings.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift or carry up to 50 pounds, push or pull up to 100 lbs. The employee will be required to use material handling equipment to transport, rig and move equipment and tools. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover note to:
937.912.3250
Please include “UAV Aircraft Assembler I” in the subject line. Hawthorn Aero is an equal opportunity employer.