AEROSTRUCTURE MECHANIC

• Performs tasks that are simple to moderately complex requiring some skill, experience and judgment to determine plans and actions required from standard procedural alternatives for completion of the fabrication of detail parts and subassemblies of aircraft structures, parts and components.
• Performs multiple tasks that include non-routine and non-repetitive assembly functions following established methods and procedures. May review production and process documentation from production scheduling and planning and assist in expediting the flow of material, parts and assemblies.
• Reads work instructions including production planning, engineering drawings, full size Mylar layouts, process specifications and other technical documentation to insure proper detail configuration. Determines dimensions to layout holes patterns, install clips, brackets, nut plates and like items.
• Lays out and marks dimensions and reference lines on material with or without templates or shop aides to develop or back drill hole patterns on composite, sheet metal and mechanical parts. Trims sheet metal and composite parts to fit and files, grinds, deburrs, buffs, and smooth's surfaces. Installs assemblies in assembly jigs, fixtures or other tooling according to work instructions.
• Assembles parts into subassemblies and final assemblies using basic hand tools such as, drill motors, die grinders, sanders, polishers, rivet shavers and other like tools. Drills holes of varying sizes in detail parts and subassemblies according to work instructions. Installs blind rivets, Jo-Bolts, hilocks, huck bolts, solid rivets and bolts, drives and bucks rivets to attach and assemble detail parts to structural parts and complete subassemblies to written and verbal work instructions.

Other. No formal education required

Experience Requirements

2 year(s) Major aircraft structural assembly.

Skills and Competencies

• Must be able to read and write the English language and learn to interpret and comprehend company policies, procedures, safety instructions, work instructions, engineering specifications, Material Safety Data Sheets, and other like documents used in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledgeable of rivet standard sizes and corresponding drill size.
• Capable of installing blind rivets, Jo-Bolts, hilocks, huck bolts, solid rivets and bolts.
• Obtains all job specific or specialized certifications as required.

Walk - Frequent

Use hands to handle or feel or manipulate - Frequent

Reach with hands and arms - Frequent

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl - Frequent

Talk and hear - Frequent

Use close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus - Frequent

Travel between facilities (drive) - Occasional

Stand - Frequent

Climb Stairs - Occasional

Weight - Frequency

50 pounds - Frequent

• Works with regular supervision.
• Follows standard written or oral instructions.
• May need additional assistance for more complex tasks.