Assembly Mechanic - Fuselage

The Structures Company•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Assembly Mechanic assembles, installs, seals, rigs, and inspects precision structural and system components using engineering drawings, process specifications, work instructions, and quality control requirements. The role performs functional tests and corrects fit, form, and function of assemblies and components. It uses information from prints, charts, sketches, instructions, and verbal or electronic data, along with shop mathematics and precision measuring instruments, to complete assignments and tests. The mechanic uses tooling to build components into subassemblies or end items, verifies work against instructions and engineering specifications, and identifies discrepancies according to applicable procedures. The role also performs routine minor machine maintenance, such as replacing filters and bulbs and maintaining lubrication or coolant levels. It sets up and operates conventional and CNC fastening equipment with less than simultaneous three-axis movement. Work includes one or more specialties in structural assembly and installation, sealing, or subassembly, and one or more specialty skills involving door assembly or installation, integral fuel cell sealing, precision bench assembly, or pressure and vacuum testing. Experience with 737 Lower Lobe subassembly operations is applicable. The work may involve confined spaces, bending, kneeling, and working on or off the ground.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR regulations.
5–10 years of experience in structural assembly and repair.
Solid repair mechanics experience.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, process specifications, and work instructions.
Experience using shop mathematics and precision measuring instruments.
Experience setting up and operating conventional and CNC fastening equipment.
Skill in assembly or installation of structures, sealing, or subassembly.
Skill in at least one of: door assembly or installation, integral fuel cell sealing, precision bench assembly, or pressure and vacuum testing.
Experience with 737 Lower Lobe subassembly operations.
Ability to work in confined spaces and perform physical tasks including bending, kneeling, and working on or off the ground.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, seal, rig, and inspect precision structural and system components.
Perform functional tests and correct the fit, form, and function of assemblies and components.
Use drawings, charts, sketches, work instructions, verbal or electronic data, shop mathematics, and precision measuring instruments to complete assignments and functional tests.
Use tooling to assemble components into subassemblies or end items.
Verify work against work instructions and engineering specifications, and identify discrepancies according to applicable procedures.
Perform routine minor machine maintenance, including filter replacement, bulb changes, and lubrication or coolant-level maintenance.
Set up and operate conventional and CNC fastening equipment with less than simultaneous three-axis movement.
Perform structural assembly or installation, sealing, or subassembly work, as well as applicable specialty skills such as door assembly, integral fuel cell sealing, precision bench assembly, or pressure and vacuum testing.