Bonder, Sr - RO

Qarbon Aerospace Inc•Red Oak, TX

14h•$22 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Bond a variety of dissimilar materials (composite, metal, or laminate) assemblies, parts, skins, components, equipment or structures into semi-finished or finished products. Lays out articles, read blueprint, cuts parts or materials to size. Applies liquid or solid bonding agents. Sands, burrs and smoothes over areas, apply sealing resins to cut or exposed edges. Monitors and verifies quality of finished product. Completes repairs on composite, metal or laminate bonded products using inspection and rework instructions. Verifies quality of finished product. Employees in this classification are eligible to receive a 3% stipend if they pass certification requirements to successfully operate computer-controlled equipment used in the process and fabrication of bond details and bond assemblies. This includes equipment such as autoclaves, ATLM machines, ply cutters, tow placement machines, 5 axis and 3 axis machines (Mag, Par, Komo, Water Jet, Fives, Par, Modig, AR17/AR21, Charger RPC, ATLM, ASM, Hydraulic Test Mule) and any new computer-controlled equipment used to process or fabricate bond details and bond assemblies. The employee will be required to select, install and align proper cutters, zero in machine references, set proper cutter depth and coordinate proper feeds, speeds and cutter dimensions. Select correct autoclave cure program for parts to be cured. Program shop floor programmable equipment when necessary. Fabricate shop aids such as stops, guides, feeding aides and blocks to facilitate machining. Load part program and check against programming sheet before actual machine operation. Recognize improper functioning of machines and take proper corrective action. Must be able to use a variety of measuring equipment (micrometers, scales, calipers, height gauges, thickness gauges, etc.) to check own work and to perform audit and final inspection functions. Make daily maintenance check of machines and accessories. Maintain all required records. Refer unusual problems to lead or supervisor. Train and assist other employees as needed. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be a US Citizen or a Permanent resident (i.e., ‘Green Card’) per ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) guidelines.
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or a foreign person per ITAR.
Must have 3 to 5 years of experience.
100% onsite presence required.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active clearance.

Nice To Haves

An active clearance is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Bond a variety of dissimilar materials (composite, metal, or laminate) assemblies, parts, skins, components, equipment or structures into semi-finished or finished products.
Lay out articles, read blueprints, cut parts or materials to size.
Apply liquid or solid bonding agents.
Sand, burr and smooth over areas, apply sealing resins to cut or exposed edges.
Monitor and verify quality of finished product.
Complete repairs on composite, metal or laminate bonded products using inspection and rework instructions.
Select, install and align proper cutters, zero in machine references, set proper cutter depth and coordinate proper feeds, speeds and cutter dimensions.
Select correct autoclave cure program for parts to be cured.
Program shop floor programmable equipment when necessary.
Fabricate shop aids such as stops, guides, feeding aides and blocks to facilitate machining.
Load part program and check against programming sheet before actual machine operation.
Recognize improper functioning of machines and take proper corrective action.
Use a variety of measuring equipment (micrometers, scales, calipers, height gauges, thickness gauges, etc.) to check own work and to perform audit and final inspection functions.
Make daily maintenance check of machines and accessories.
Maintain all required records.
Refer unusual problems to lead or supervisor.
Train and assist other employees as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.