Structures Mechanic

Heather McNitt

New Member
Our client is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems. As America's biggest manufacturing exporter, the company supports airlines and U.S. and allied government customers in more than 150 countries. Their products and tailored services include commercial and military aircraft, satellites, weapons, electronic and defense systems, launch systems, advanced information and communication systems, and performance-based logistics and training.


Our client has a long tradition of aerospace leadership and innovation. The company continues to expand its product line and services to meet emerging customer needs. Its broad range of capabilities includes creating new, more efficient members of its commercial airplane family; designing, building and integrating military platforms and defense systems; creating advanced technology solutions; and arranging innovative customer-financing options.

With corporate offices in Chicago, client employs approximately 160,000 people across the United States and in more than 65 countries. This represents one of the most diverse, talented and innovative workforces anywhere. Our enterprise also leverages the talents of hundreds of thousands more skilled people working for our client's suppliers worldwide.

Our client's South Carolina facility is a final assembly and delivery facility. The site also fabricates, assembles and installs systems for aft (rear) fuselage sections and joins and integrates midbody fuselage sections. Completed aft and midbody sections are delivered to final assembly on the west coast or are moved across the South Carolina campus to final assembly.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Performs routine production assembly operations on structural and mechanical assemblies, subassemblies and aircraft systems using manual operations
  • The candidate must possess the ability to select correct parts, materials, tools, assemblies, standards, hardware, etc.
  • Drill, shim, install, fit, fasten, align, adjust and perform the necessary pre-installation assembly work to accomplish the installation of structural components requiring the use of production and engineering prints to determine exact locations.
  • Report job constraints such as: errors caused by workmanship, defects in parts, materials, assembly procedures, tools, sequences, etc., in accordance with Boeing procedures.
  • Perform any repairs, rework, functional checks and the incorporation of authorized changes, etc., as outlined by their manager and/or Lead.
  • Remove and/or replace installed components and any related parts.
  • Must be able but not limited to Drill close tolerance holes in composites, Tool indexing, Gap measurement.
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, schematics, engineering dispositions and instructions.
  • Be safety conscious; employ the use of safety glasses, safety harnesses, respirators, boot socks, bump caps, and other pertinent safety equipment 100% of the time.
  • Exhibit exemplary housekeeping and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) standards. Maintain clean, neat, organized and FOD free work area.
  • Possess understanding and knowledge of basic computer systems and programs.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time, and work in elevated and/or confined spaces is required.
  • Frequent overhead work may be required.
  • Frequent overtime may be required to meet production schedules.
  • Candidate must possess the ability to perform the following requirements:
  • Lift less than 25 pounds (Occasional lifting of 21-35 pounds), bend and twist at the waist, walk, crawl, crouch, stand for long periods, kneel, reach, climb/balance, flexion/extension
  • Contact with sealants and solvents, exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
  • Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required
  • Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
  • Read, write, and comprehend the English language
  • Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
  • Obtain and maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
  • Occasional one to three hours of finger manipulation
  • On occasion, a two person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs.
  • Frequent reaching overhead (three to six hours)
  • Frequent walking on flat surfaces
  • Frequent standing and balancing on flat or uneven surfaces
  • Occasional climbing on three to 12 ft. stands
  • Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls
  • Occasional contact with metals
  • Exposure to plastics and solvents to atmospheric conditions
  • Frequent exposure to noise
  • Work in elevated and/or confined spaces is required.
  • Frequent overhead work may be required.
  • Frequent overtime may be required to meet production schedules.


REQUIREMENTS:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of one year of direct Aerospace Structural Experience with three years preferred
  • Must be able to work any shift.
  • Must be able to work overtime and weekends.
  • Must submit to a drug screen and background check.
  • Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 25lbs continuously throughout shift.
  • Must be able to stand throughout shift.

This position does not offer sponsorship.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

E-mail resume in MS Word format to heather.borden@mau.com.
 
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