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Where careers take flight: Daher brings its U.S. aviation-sector hiring drive to the SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo in Florida

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Where careers take flight: Daher brings its U.S. aviation-sector hiring drive to the SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo in Florida - Manufacturer publisher
Dana Ermolenko
Country: United States Aircraft: Airplanes

Daher will underscore its growing U.S. industrial footprint and long-term commitment to aerospace talent with a dual presence at next week’s SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo, in Lakeland, Florida which combines the company’s career recruitment outreach and its aircraft innovation. At the SUN ’n FUN Career Fair, Daher’s Talent Acquisition team will be actively interviewing candidates for a wide range of current and future positions across the company’s U.S. operations – anchored by a strong and growing presence in Florida and extending to the Pacific Northwest.

As a family-owned business with its aviation roots dating back to 1911, Daher’s workplace advantages include career stability, the potential for mobility, and the opportunity to contribute to a company that is the world’s oldest aircraft manufacturer in continuous operation today. Daher’s strength is backed by its diversified business lines that cover aircraft manufacturing, industry, logistics and services. 

Career opportunities across the U.S.
Daher is seeking skilled professionals for numerous positions, including:

  • Daher Industry – Stuart, Florida (aerostructures assembly for Boeing and Gulfstream):
    • Sheet Metal Structures Specialists for heavy structures assembly - sheet metal and composites: Five-plus years’ experience; relocation/sign-on bonuses available; and
    • Supervisors.
  • Daher Aircraft – Pompano Beach, Florida (maintenance, repair and overhaul for Daher-built TBM and Kodiak aircraft):
    • A&P Mechanics (Airframe & Powerplant): Three-plus years’ experience, relocation/sign-on bonuses available.
  • Daher Aircraft – Sandpoint, Idaho (Kodiak airplane production and assembly):
    • Manufacturing Manager;
    • Quality Assurance Manager;
    • Manufacturing Engineers; and
    • Design & Integration Lead for mission equipment definition and installation.

Additionally, Daher Aircraft is preparing for its new TBM and Kodiak final assembly line at Stuart, Florida, which will further strengthen Florida’s role as a center of aviation excellence and bring airplane build-up activity back to the historic Witham Field site. Upcoming hiring for the Stuart final assembly line includes:

  • Structural Fitter/Assembler;
  • Quality Manager;
  • Quality Engineer;
  • Flight Test Engineer;
  • Cabin Technicians;
  • Manufacturing Engineers;
  • Aircraft Mechanics; and
  • Facilities Electricians (industrial).

Overall, Daher offers a compelling employee value proposition, including: competitive salaries; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous time off; 401(k) plan with company match; and a range of additional benefits. Prospective candidates are encouraged to meet Daher representatives at the SUN ’n FUN Career Fair to explore current openings and learn more about joining a dynamic, international aerospace company with a strong presence in the United States.

Daher Aircraft’s display at SUN ’n FUN

In parallel with its recruitment efforts at SUN ’n FUN, Daher Aircraft will showcase its latest airplane product lines at the company’s exhibit stand (MD022-B). On display will be the newly launched TBM 980, recognized for its speed and efficiency, and equipped with third-generation Garmin G3000 PRIME avionics; to be joined by the versatile “go anywhere” Kodiak 100 Series III multi-role airplane, which is coming to SUN ’n FUN fresh off Daher Aircraft’s Sandpoint final assembly line.





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