As of June 2026, Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers has an AI-exposure score of 48/100 (Moderate exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.

AI Exposure Score for

Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers

48/100
Moderate exposure
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More exposed than 29% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$65,380. About 2,800 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).

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What this role usually involves

O*NET 29.1 exact occupation

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.

Common titles
AssemblerSheet Metal Assembler and Riveter (SMAR)Sheet Metal MechanicStructures TechnicianA&P Technician (Airframe and Powerplant Technician)Aircraft Line Assembler
Typical preparation
Some Preparation Needed: These occupations usually require a high school diploma. Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Skills and knowledge
Critical ThinkingMonitoringComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingReading ComprehensionSpeaking
Tools and technology
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordSAP softwareComputer aided design CAD software
Work context
Face-to-face discussionsIndoor controlled settingFrequent contact with othersRepeating tasksDecision latitude

Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers, SOC 51-2011.00. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.

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Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable

No automatable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as augmentable (90%).

Augmentable
  • Cut, trim, file, bend, or smooth parts to ensure proper fit and clearance.
  • Manually install structural assemblies or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
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Durable
  • Set, align, adjust, or synchronize aircraft armament or rigging or control system components to established tolerances or requirements, using sighting devices and hand tools.
  • Inspect or test installed units, parts, systems, or assemblies for fit, alignment, performance, defects, or compliance with standards, using measuring instruments or test equipment.
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