
Aircraft Structural Technicians select, measure, shear, cut, bend, form, heat, treat, seal, fabricate, fit, inspect, paint and refinish parts and components to drawing specifications. They assemble parts and components and do sub-assemblies, using special jigs and fixtures. They also use special tools and tooling for installation of bolts, rivets, screws and special fasteners, and they install completed components in aircraft and inspect and verify the installation and operation of the components affected using test and measuring equipment as required.