Aircraft Calibrations Tech, Savannah, GA, 4913
About The Position
AVTECH Global is looking for an Aircraft Calibrations Tech in Savannah, GA. Shift: First (05:45 to 16:15); other shifts may be available Purpose: Under direct supervision perform operation activities in support of experimental, structural, and flammability testing. Operation activities could utilize skillsets related to sheet metal, instrumentation/electrical, fabrication, calibrations, hydraulic/pneumatics, large structural elements, test execution, etc. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Utilizing various skills, assemble and maintain complex test lab fixture and equipment. Assemble, inspect, and repair complex test articles and specimens. Assist with test executions. Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk. Begin to learn the experimental test process and internal lab SOPs and WMs. Learn various systems and capabilities used throughout the lab. Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Sometimes coordinating directly with test engineering. Provide status to their direct supervisor of progress or help needed on assigned projects. Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications. Follow standard operating procedures when operating company and lab equipment. Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered. Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility. Properly use and maintain Company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience in aviation, manufacturing or electronics preferred.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Experience with basic hand tools.
- Blueprint reading and basic math skills.
- Proficient in blueprint reading/interpretation and shop mathematics.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Nice To Haves
- Basic sheet metal experience (~1 year) -- cutting, bending, forming, drilling.
- Basic electrical experience (~1 year).
- Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams.
- Basic understanding of aircraft inspection, maintenance, and repair (~1 year).
- Basic experience with machining (~1 year).
- Basic understanding of computer software.
Responsibilities
- Utilizing various skills, assemble and maintain complex test lab fixture and equipment.
- Assemble, inspect, and repair complex test articles and specimens.
- Assist with test executions.
- Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
- Begin to learn the experimental test process and internal lab SOPs and WMs.
- Learn various systems and capabilities used throughout the lab.
- Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Sometimes coordinating directly with test engineering.
- Provide status to their direct supervisor of progress or help needed on assigned projects.
- Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
- Follow standard operating procedures when operating company and lab equipment.
- Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
- Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility.
- Properly use and maintain Company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan
- eight (8) paid holidays
- per diem split (if qualified)
- three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable)
- opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
