Assembly Technician - 2nd Shift (Flight Controls)

Embraer•Melbourne, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires aviation experience in Flight Controls. The Assembly Technician performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations. This role may be responsible for distributing activities and goals, coordinating and guiding technical support groups, and assisting with new operators and process analysis. The technician will work on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies such as modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables, using diagrams and drawings, making initial layouts, and utilizing hand and/or power tools, jigs, and saws. They will perform continuity checks, quality inspections, and may disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies. Following approved assembly procedures, FAA-approved internal procedures, OEM technical data, and work package instructions, the technician will position and align subassemblies, inspect completed work for rework, perform serviceability tests, and complete work package documentation. The role requires adherence to FAA and repair station manual requirements, and submission of completed work to Quality Assurance for final inspection and certification of airworthiness.

Requirements

High School/ GED
A&P and mechanical/electrical experience a plus
Structures experience a plus.
Master Technician Role, requiring Advanced Skills to perform all standard tasks within the Technical Area assigned to – may be referred to as the ‘SME’ (Subject Matter Expert).
Generally, at least 8 years or more of experience in area of responsibility with assembly, mechanical, electrical or aircraft structures as well as able to use all tech data and aircraft drawings to locate part numbers and accomplish repair.
Assignments require Advanced Knowledge of all possible tasks and responsibilities within their Technical Area.
Skills are broadly applied in multiple Technical Areas.
Performs most complex Technical Assignments requiring analysis of multiple factors.
Proficient in riveting, installation of relate hardware, usage of precision instruments and utilization of hand tools to perform these tasks.
Must be able to fabricate parts.
Reads work orders, blueprints, and specifications or examines sample or damaged part or structure to determine repair or fabrication procedures and sequence of operations.
Repair body or structure of aircraft according to specifications.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Be proficient in the usage of air powered hand tools and related equipment.
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
As required by the position, must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 "Respirator Protection" regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator.
Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations.
Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
Satisfies work schedule requirements.

Nice To Haves

aviation experience in Flight Controls

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies such as modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables.
Works from diagrams and drawings, makes initial layouts, and uses hand and/or power tools, jigs, and saws.
Makes continuity checks on work in process and completed.
May conduct quality inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications.
May disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications and under simulated conditions.
Follows approved assembly procedures for component or aircraft structures, consulting internal procedures that have been FAA approved, original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s) technical data, and work package instructions.
Positions and aligns subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments, following blueprint lines and index points.
Inspects completed work to identify any needed rework before signing off; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances.
Performs serviceability tests as required, utilizing test equipment specified in technical manuals.
Completes work package documentation as required by FAA and/or repair station manual.
Submits completed work to Quality Assurance for final/in progress inspection and certification of airworthiness.
Analyzes processes and performs process improvement.
May be responsible for distributing activities and goals, coordinate and guide technical support groups.
Assist with new operators, as well as assist in processes analysis.