Master Craftsman Sheet Metal Technician

KIHOMAC•Byron, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role requires a self-starter who is detail-oriented and organized, capable of accepting and following directions. The technician will be responsible for manufacturing, assembling, installing, and re-working various aircraft structural components unsupervised. A working knowledge of general manufacturing/fabrication processes and familiarity with the installation of various aerospace fasteners, rivets, and nut plates are essential. The ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, blueprints, and engineering drawings is crucial. The technician will also maintain shop supplies, perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment, operate complicated shop tools and equipment as trained, and use precision measuring devices. Additionally, they will perform inventory control, maintain tool control and accountability, and adhere to company policies and safety programs. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be self-starter, detail-oriented and organized
Must be able to accept and follow directions
Working knowledge of general manufacturing/fabrication processes
Familiar with the installation of various aerospace fasteners, rivets, nut plates etc.
Ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, blueprints and engineering drawings
Use of precision measuring devices such as calipers, height, depth, dial, and screw pitch gauges
Must be a US citizen
Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required
Able to assess, install, and modify equipment, and inspect machinery
Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls
Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements
Prolonged periods of standing while operating machinery
Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned task
Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds at a time
10+ years of professional experience in the required task area required

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline preferred

Responsibilities

Manufacture, assemble, install and re-work various aircraft structural components unsupervised
Maintain shop supplies and perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
Operate complicated shop tools and equipment as trained and assigned
Perform inventory control using logging, tagging, and organizing procedures
Maintain tool control and accountability
Adhere to company policies and safety programs
Other duties as assigned