Aircraft Bench Technician (Weekend Shift)

Standard Aero • DFW Airport, TX

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About The Position

The Bench Technician performs routine and repetitive assembly and remanufacturing operations, along with hand machining processes, to support aviation repair and maintenance. The technician sets up and operates hand tools and test equipment, interprets technical documentation, assembles parts, checks dimensions and quality, and contributes to continuous improvement. The role cross-trains in complementary skills and may move between production assignments as needed to meet production requirements. The position requires following safety requirements and reporting unsafe practices or conditions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret blueprints.
• Working knowledge of precision measuring instruments.
• Working knowledge of production management computer systems and related internal control systems.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted for approximately 25% of the average workday.
• Regularly sit for prolonged periods.
• Ability to work day, evening, or weekend shifts as required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Specialized training in machine shop practices.
• Working knowledge of related company instructions and processes, rework process instructions, original equipment manufacturer manuals, and MSDS labels.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hand tools and equipment to perform blending, thread chasing, deburring, angle checking, metal coldworking, masking, and braze application.
• Read and interpret specification manuals, blueprints, templates, and layouts, including tooling instructions, tolerances, and dimensions.
• Translate instructions into production actions.
• Fit and assemble machined metal parts and sub-assemblies using hand and power tools.
• Align components and fasten parts using bolts, screws, dowels, or rivets.
• Verify product dimensions and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Inspect completed work for quality and accuracy.
• Set up and operate test equipment, such as pressure test equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement of cell processes.
• Cross-train in complementary skills, seek endorsements as needed, and move between production assignments to support requirements.
• Participate in training other technicians as needed.
• Observe applicable safety requirements and immediately report unsafe practices or conditions.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match, up to 5% vested
• Paid time off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Learning and training opportunities
• Many shop positions offer a four-day workweek with 10-hour shifts, typically Monday through Thursday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED