Structures Skin Remove and Replace Mechanic

The Structures Company•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Structures Skin Remove and Replace Mechanic assembles, installs, seals, rigs, and inspects precision structural and system components using drawings, process specifications, and quality control requirements. The role includes functional testing and correcting fit, form, and function of assemblies and components. The mechanic obtains information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, and verbal or electronic data, and uses shop mathematics and precision measuring instruments to complete assignments and functional tests. The position uses tooling to assemble components into subassemblies or end items, verifies work against work instructions and engineering specifications, and identifies discrepancies according to applicable procedures. It also includes routine minor machine maintenance, such as replacing filters and bulbs and maintaining lubrication or coolant levels. The mechanic sets up and operates conventional and CNC fastening equipment with less than simultaneous 3-axis movement and performs one or more structural assembly, installation, sealing, subassembly, door, integral fuel-cell sealing, precision bench assembly, or pressure and vacuum testing specialties. This is a contract position in Wichita, Kansas, for an initial three-month term with potential for extension. The stated pay rate is $56 per hour. Candidates must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR regulations.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR regulations.
At least 11 years of related experience; a minimum of 10 years may be considered.
737 aircraft assembly or integration experience.
Experience with fuselage integration for aircraft structures.
Experience with multilayer layup techniques for composite or metallic structures.
Ability to assemble, install, seal, rig, and inspect precision structural and system components.
Proficiency reading and interpreting prints, charts, sketches, and work instructions.
Ability to use shop mathematics and precision measuring or test instruments.
Experience setting up and operating conventional and CNC fastening equipment.
Skill in at least one listed specialty: assembly or installation of structures, sealer, subassembly, doors, integral fuel-cell sealing, precision bench assembly, or pressure/vacuum testing.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, seal, rig, and inspect precision structural and system components using drawings, process specifications, and quality control requirements.
Functionally test assemblies and components and correct fit, form, and function.
Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, and verbal or electronic data.
Use shop mathematics and precision measuring instruments to complete work assignments and functional tests.
Use tooling to assemble components into subassemblies or end items.
Verify work against work instructions and engineering specifications and identify discrepancies according to applicable procedures.
Perform routine minor machine maintenance, including filter replacement, bulb changes, and lubrication or coolant-level maintenance.
Set up and operate conventional and CNC fastening equipment with less than simultaneous 3-axis movement.
Perform one or more specialties, including assembly or installation of structures, sealer, or subassembly.
Perform one or more specialty skills, including assembly or installation of doors, integral fuel-cell sealing, precision bench assembly, or pressure and vacuum testing.