Manufacturing Technician 2

DPP•Hanover, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

DPP is seeking a Manufacturing Technician 2 for an opportunity with our client in the Aerospace & Defense industry. The Manufacturing Technician 2 will support the Panel Assembly department. Perform aerospace assemble operations including honeycomb core preparation, adhesive mixing and bonding, insert installation, edge closeout installation, hardware installation, potting, drilling, and rework of composite and metallic panel assemblies. Use engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specifications to fabricate flight hardware while ensuring dimensional accuracy and workmanship requirements. Support inspection activities, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement while working closely with the Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Program teams. Perform functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies. Use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment. Determine and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Work with engineers in conducting experiments.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum 2 years' previous honeycomb panel fabrication or aerospace mechanical assembly experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude to include the ability to read and interpret drawings
Experience with hand tools and good math/geometry skills.
Must be able to read and follow written manufacturing instructions and technical procedures.
Operate equipment such as hand tools and power machinery for processing metals, composites and wood.
Must work closely with lead technicians and supervisors to meet build requirements and schedules.
Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
Demonstrates high level of concern for safety of self and others.
Willing to work flexible schedules as needed to meet delivery dates
US Citizenship Required

Nice To Haves

Attention to detail with a focus on quality workmanship
Computer skills including MS Word and Excel are a plus.
Previous fabrication (honeycomb panel) experience in aerospace manufacturing environment.
Experience preparing/mixing epoxy and silicone adhesives for mechanical and thermal component installation in honeycomb panels.
Experience in the handling of hazardous materials in accordance with OSHA and industry standards.

Responsibilities

Perform aerospace assemble operations including honeycomb core preparation, adhesive mixing and bonding, insert installation, edge closeout installation, hardware installation, potting, drilling, and rework of composite and metallic panel assemblies.
Use engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specifications to fabricate flight hardware while ensuring dimensional accuracy and workmanship requirements.
Support inspection activities, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement while working closely with the Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Program teams.
Perform functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies.
Use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment.
Determine and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.
Work with engineers in conducting experiments.