Aerospace & Aviation Hiring Solutions | Piedmont Triad, NC

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The Piedmont Triad has become one of the fastest-growing aerospace and aviation corridors in the country — Honda Aircraft, HAECO, Boom Supersonic, JetZero, and dozens of suppliers are all hiring at once, and the regional workforce hasn't caught up to the growth. We recruit for aerospace-specific roles like aircraft assembly, avionics, and MRO, alongside the production and quality roles that overlap with broader manufacturing, using the same selective, advisory approach we bring to every placement.

Challenge

What Is an Unfilled Aerospace Production Seat Costing Your Delivery Timeline?

With aerospace programs ramping production across the region, an open assembly, avionics, or MRO seat doesn't just sit on a headcount report. It shows up as slipped build schedules, inspection backlogs, and a workforce stretched thin trying to hit delivery milestones customers are watching closely.

The same skilled trades candidates aerospace employers need — machinists, electricians, quality inspectors — are also being recruited by every other manufacturer in the region right now.
A rushed hire in a role with certification or clearance requirements can create compliance risk that's far more expensive to unwind than the vacancy was.
Ramp-up hiring for a new program or facility requires sourcing capacity most in-house HR teams weren't built to handle on their own.

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Solutions

Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire Recruiting Solutions

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We staff two ways, depending on what the role — and the risk — calls for.

Contract-to-Hire: We recruit, screen, and place your candidate on US Enhanced's payroll for the first ~90 days (480 hours). We carry payroll, taxes, and workers' comp while you evaluate fit before making it permanent.
Direct Hire: We recruit and screen for permanent, salaried placements that go straight onto your payroll from day one. Built for experienced professionals and key roles where speed and precision matter more than a trial period.

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Aerospace & Aviation Positions

Roles We Staff Across Aerospace & Aviation

Aerospace-specific roles are covered here. Roles this page shares with other pages — CNC machinists, quality engineers, industrial electricians, and logistics coordinators — are covered in full detail there, and linked below to avoid duplicating content.

Aerospace-Specific Roles

Aircraft Assemblers / Structures Mechanics
Avionics Technicians
A&P Mechanics (Airframe & Powerplant)
Composite Technicians
MRO Technicians
Aerospace Quality Inspectors (AS9100 / NADCAP)

Also Covered on Other Pages

CNC Machinists & Quality Engineers — see Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial Electricians & Toolmakers — see Skilled Trades & Labor
Logistics & Supply Chain Coordinators — see Logistics & Supply Chain

Piedmont Triad Employers Count on US Enhanced

Why Piedmont Triad Employers Choose US Enhanced?

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Selective

We'd rather present two candidates who genuinely fit than thirty you have to sort through yourself.

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Advisory

We learn your business and workflow before we ever start a search or source a candidate.

Candid

If a role isn't ready to post, or the pay won't attract the talent you need, we'll tell you before you waste a search.

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Human

Relationships with our clients run on trust and discretion. We take that commitment seriously

Local to Greensboro. Connected Across the Triad.

We're based in Greensboro and can support Manufacturing, Industrial and employers in other sectors across the Piedmont Triad — High Point, Winston-Salem, Burlington, Kernersville, Lexington, Asheboro, and surrounding areas throughout North Carolina.

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Industries Served

Where We Focus Our Recruiting Effort

Manufacturing and skilled trades are a key focus. However, we also have deep experience finding talent needed for sales, customer-facing roles, professional positions, administrative, marketing and leadership placements.

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Our Process

Our Proven 5-step Process

Kickoff & Deep Discovery

We learn your business before we ever discuss the job order: what's open, why it'sopen, and what a bad hire would actually cost you.

Source & Screen

We recruit and vet against your operational reality, not just a job description.

Present Short List

You get a short, qualified slate. We'd rather hand you two people who fit than thirty you have to sort through.

Interviews & Offer

We coordinate the full process, from interview scheduling thru negotiations and final offer.

Start Date & Post-hire Support

We stay engaged after placement, especially during the first 30 days, to ensure a smooth transition. It’s a key part of our process because we know that a filled seat isn't the finish line — a good hire is.

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Greensboro, NC

Aircraft Electrician / Avionics Technician

Skills:

Avionics Technician, Aircraft Electrician, Electrical Technician, Aerospace Technician

Experienced avionics electrician with 10+ years in electrical systems maintenance, wiring, and modification for aircraft including F-15, F-16, and Gulfstream models. Skilled in troubleshooting, system calibration, and flight instrumentation. Former USAF technician with FCC License.

Years of experience:

10+

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Durham, NC

Electrical Engineer

Skills:

Arc Flash Studies, Load Flow Analysis, Substation Design, PLC Programming, Protective Relays, Electrical Schematics, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, Pspice, SCADA Systems, RF Circuit Design, Project Management, Electrical Equipment Installation

Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in power systems, substations, and RF/microwave circuit design. Proficient in a broad range of electrical engineering tools and software including AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, Pspice, Revit, and Primavera. Skilled in power studies, protective relay systems, PLC programming, and one-line diagram development for voltages up to 500kV.

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Burlington, NC

Aircraft Maintenance /Field Service Technician

Skills:

Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Mechanical Technician, A&P Technician, Facility Lead, Aircraft Technician Supervisor, Aviation Maintenance Specialist, Maintenance Crew Lead, Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic

Highly experienced and bilingual Aircraft Maintenance Technician with over 30 years of experience in aircraft structures, systems maintenance, and mechanical troubleshooting. Skilled in interpreting complex technical documentation, managing on-site repairs and modifications, and ensuring compliance with FAA regulations. Demonstrated leadership in planning worksite operations, training staff, and coordinating cross-functional teams. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail, safety adherence, and the ability to work independently in global and high-pressure environments.

Years of experience:

30+

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Burlington, NC

Manufacturing Engineer/ Mechanical Engineer

Skills:

Engineering Manager, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Project Manager, Certification Engineer, Facilities Manager, Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Plant Engineer, Process Engineer

Versatile engineering leader with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and over 15 years of progressive experience in engineering management, project management, product development, manufacturing support, and certification within aerospace, automotive, and industrial sectors. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, improving operational efficiency through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and delivering multimillion-dollar capital projects. Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude, with a background in system design, CAD, and fabrication.

Years of experience:

15+

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FAQs & Resources

Questions About Aerospace & Aviation Hiring ?

FAQs

Is aerospace a primary focus for US Enhanced right now? ⌄

It's a newer, growing focus for us, built on the same manufacturing screening and sourcing approach we've developed across the Piedmont Triad. We're upfront if a specific certification or clearance requirement is outside what we can support today.

Do you handle roles that require FAA certification or security clearance? ⌄

Tell us the specific requirement up front, and we'll be direct about whether we can support it or whether you're better served by an aerospace-specialized recruiter.

Do you place CNC machinists and quality roles for aerospace manufacturers? ⌄

Yes — those roles are covered in detail on our Manufacturing & Industrial page, with the same tolerance- and quality-driven screening aerospace work requires.

Can you support hiring ramp-up for a new facility or production line? ⌄

Yes. Large ramp-ups are exactly where an outside recruiting partner earns its keep — tell us your timeline and volume and we'll build a sourcing plan around it.

What area do you serve for aerospace hiring? ⌄

We're based in Greensboro, in the middle of the Piedmont Triad's aerospace corridor, and support employers throughout the region, including at and around Piedmont Triad International Airport.

Resources

Manufacturing & Industrial Hiring Solutions

Contract-to-Hire vs. Direct Hire: What's the Difference?

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