Aircraft Interior Installation Tech

AVTECH Global • Savannah, GA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH Global) is looking for an Aircraft Interior Installation Tech. This is a full-time, contract position with a duration of 12 months, offering potential for extension and direct hire after ninety (90) days. The role involves removing, installing, and fabricating aircraft interiors, ensuring compliance with company operating procedures and quality standards.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED.
• Applicable installation, fabrication or related experience or trade school preferred.
• Four (4) years of applicable installation, fabrication or related experience.
• Must be computer literate.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Participation in a DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program may be required.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft installation and/or fabrication processes applicable to the specific position, such as removal and installation of galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors, panels; working with composite panels made from Nomex honeycomb, fiberglass, Lexan, acrylic materials, etc.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform aircraft removal, installation, and/or fabrication of aircraft interiors (galleys, closet, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors and vanity ledge fill panels).
• Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with Repair Station procedures, internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications.
• Complete specific fit and installation tasks in compliance with work order instructions and specifications.
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign off paperwork.
• Follow standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment such as hand tools, band saws, shears, sanders and brakes.
• Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools.
• Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment as required.
• Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
• Prepare and install aircraft interior items in accordance with company operation procedures and quality standards.
• Remove and re-install nut plates, inserts and other fasteners used in aircraft interiors.
• Apply proper use of hardware and fittings on aircraft installations.
• Assist technicians, under supervision, with aircraft maintenance requirements.
• Adapt to sudden schedule changes.
• Work with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that reduce cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six Sigma and other process improvement techniques.
• Make and use simple patterns for own use employing standardized procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Use hand/power tools and equipment associated with installation and removal of interiors.
• Mentor and train other Interior Installation Technicians.
• Review work of other technicians prior to sign off to ensure work complies with quality control standards.
• Accept lead responsibilities as required.
• Oversee projects or other technicians and assess requirements of assigned tasks to procure required materials and documentation for assigned tasks.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
• 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

What This Job Offers

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