Composite Operator - Level I - Assembly

GKN Aerospace Careers•Tallassee, AL

79d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Composite Assembly Operator – Level I performs a variety of standard, generally repetitive manufacturing activities involved in the fabrication, assembly, and machine operations required to manufacture composite parts or assemblies. This role provides hands-on support to higher-level Assembly II personnel and contributes to the safe, timely, and high-quality production of aerospace components in accordance with established work instructions, quality standards, and safety regulations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
0-1 Years’ experience
Ability to follow detailed work instructions, drawings, and specifications
Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools and shop equipment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining precision
Basic math skills related to measurements and tolerances
Ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment
Willingness to learn, accept direction, and develop aerospace manufacturing skills
Ability to stand, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods
Ability to lift and carry materials up to weight 25–35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Prior manufacturing experience preferred but not required
Experience in composite manufacturing, wrapping, or layup environments highly desired
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License preferred

Responsibilities

Assist Assembly II personnel in assembling parts, fittings, or subassemblies on aircraft using layout tools, hand tools, power tools, and fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, or clamps
Assist in the assembly of prototypes or integrated-technology demonstrators for new or emerging aircraft environmental technologies by following detailed product specifications and instructions
Assist in attaching brackets, hinges, clips, or other hardware to secure or support components and subassemblies using mechanical fasteners, chemical bonding, or welding processes
Clean, oil, coat, or otherwise prepare components and materials prior to assembly or attachment as required
Assist in joining major structural assemblies such as wings, tails, or fuselage sections in accordance with work order requirements and specifications
Assist Assembly II personnel in laying out, marking, and identifying reference points for installation of parts or components using jigs, templates, and measuring or marking instruments
Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures using measuring instruments while following blueprint lines, index points, and work instructions
Verify dimensions, alignment, and fit of cable assemblies, fittings, or components using approved measuring devices
Assist in ensuring proper fitness and clearance by cutting, trimming, filing, bending, or smoothing parts as required
Assist Assembly II personnel in fabricating parts required for assembly or installation using shop machinery or manufacturing equipment
Splice cables using clamps and fittings or by reweaving cable strands
Assist in splicing seals or tubing using approved bonding materials and processes
Assist Assembly II personnel in marking identifying information on tubing or cable assemblies using labels, etching devices, rubber stamps, or other approved identification methods
Follow work instructions, blueprints, specifications, and routing documentation accurately
Notify supervision of any quality concerns, defects, or deviations from specifications
Capture and segregate waste materials such as aluminum swarf, machining cutting fluids, solvents, and other materials for recycling or environmentally responsible disposal in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
Comply with all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies, procedures, and hazard control requirements
Maintain a clean, organized, and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) free work area
Properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times