C-130 Aircraft Assembler Senior Specialist

Lockheed Martin•Pinellas Park, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of operations to manufacture, assemble and/or refurbish various complex aircraft parts and structures. Assemblies can require controlled tooling as well as build to print. Tasks include aligning parts on tooling using both templates and fixtures. Must also be able to drill close tolerance holes. Performs part-fitting operations such as minor filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, drilling, reaming, riveting, countersinking, and cold working. Measures parts with a variety of methods to verify dimensions. May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes and perform repairs. Works from blueprint diagrams, drawings, specifications, and shop orders. Monitors and verifies quality and develops corrective action. Performs corrosion inspection and repair per engineering requirements.

Requirements

5 years or more of demonstrated hands on experience in aviation, manufacturing, and/or assembly
Must be proficient at blueprints and interpreting specifications and/or technical publications
Must be able to use basic hand tools (drills, torque wrench and inspections tools), as well as perform, install specialty fasteners, conduct complex rework/repairs, and use precision instruments
Ability to locate holes from blueprints by hand lay out, required tooling, and/or technology based platforms
High School diploma, or equivalent experience/combined education

Nice To Haves

1 year experience leading, training, and/or mentoring other level employees
Ability to use large and complex assembly tooling effectively
Experience using a variety of fasteners and hardware like Solid Rivets, blind rivets, Hi locs, etc.
6+ years of hands-on experience on C-130 aircraft as a structures mechanic, USAF 7-Level Aircraft Structural Mechanic, or equivalent
Willing to be trained and/or certified in special skills

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of operations to manufacture, assemble and/or refurbish various complex aircraft parts and structures.
Aligns parts on tooling using both templates and fixtures.
Drills close tolerance holes.
Performs part-fitting operations such as minor filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, drilling, reaming, riveting, countersinking, and cold working.
Measures parts with a variety of methods to verify dimensions.
Modifies incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes and perform repairs.
Works from blueprint diagrams, drawings, specifications, and shop orders.
Monitors and verifies quality and develops corrective action.
Performs corrosion inspection and repair per engineering requirements.