Aviation Assembler (Entry-Level, $20/hr + Hiring Bonus)

STENA•Middle River, MD

6d•$20

About The Position

Are you a hands-on problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, physically active environment and takes pride in precision work? If so, this role could be a great fit for you. We're looking for someone who enjoys performing complex assembly and installation tasks—fitting and adjusting parts of major production sub-assemblies or completing minor assemblies with accuracy and care. You’ll also be responsible for checking out minor assembly tools and executing advanced riveting techniques. Ready to roll up your sleeves and build something that matters? Apply now and bring your skills to a team that values precision, grit, and growth. At ST Engineering MRAS, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future. A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

Requirements

Requires a HS diploma/GED equivalent.
Must be 18 years of age or order.
Ability to stand and perform work duties for an extended period of time
Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds
Ability to work in various temperatures (e.g. warm, hot, cold, freezing) to complete warehouse tasks.
Ability to work in an environment that includes dust and other debris
Ability to be objective and flexible in adapting to changes in priorities, work assignments, and other interactions that may impact pre-established course of action for completing projects and assignments.
Ability to work independently on projects or assignments without close supervisions or detailed instructions to maximize workplace productivity.
Ability to complete tasks in a timely, detailed, and orderly manner.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others (e.g., employees, vendors, truck drivers, public) to create a productive environment.
Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Works from blueprints, tool write-ups, lofts, sketches, verbal information, etc. to perform assigned duties.
Performs assembly of a major production subassembly and operations of similar complexity where the work involves assembly or installation without the aid of tools, or the existing tools do not locate all parts and assemblies and the specifications necessitate fitting and adjusting of parts or details, coordinating of location of many details and similar duties.
Determines location, position, accuracy of fit, conformity to contour, etc., of parts and assemblies by comparison with blueprints and/or lofts. Reams holes where no tool is provided, or where extremely close tolerances must be held.
Fairs outer surfaces where the contour of the work surface is formed into compound angles and reverse curves by working the frames or sunken areas into smooth contour and correct position.
Performs the more difficult types of riveting operations including riveting in areas where accessibility is very difficult. Suggests and uses special types of bucking bars and/or riveting tools as required to accomplish assigned tasks. Adjusts and operates Drivematic, Erco, and similar riveting machines.
Makes repairs, replacements and alterations in accordance with engineering and/or Quality Control requirements on work performed by self or other employees when such operations entail work as specified above.
Prepares surface areas for the application of adhesive and/or sealing compounds by wiping clean with solvent.
Applies primer and adhesive to surface, installs parts and material, and assures proper fit.
Seals parts by applying proper sealant, lays parts together and uses clamps, screws and fasteners as required.
Visually checks parts to assure proper application of sealant.
Performs initial assembly of parts in minor assembly tools to ascertain location, fit, clearance, etc., of parts in tool and to prove the method and sequence of work operations.
Uses check tools, fixtures, inspection gauges, and precision measuring devices to acquire product acceptance data. Enters such data into the Improved Inspection System (IIS).