AEROSPACE MANUFACTURING INTERN

Csod; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

The NORDAM Group LLC is seeking an Aerospace Manufacturing Intern to support bonding, fabricating and process operation activities within the Interiors and Structures division. This role emphasizes hands-on learning across multiple work areas with exposure to bonding and curing processes.

Responsibilities include assisting in determining operation sequences, fabricating metal and composite parts, reading drawings, selecting tooling, and contributing to process documentation.

Qualifications

• Must read and write English and follow work instructions.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret basic drawings.
• Willingness to learn bonded fabrication processes and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine learning tasks following standard solutions.
• Assists bonding, fabrication and process operation activities.
• Learns to read blueprints and select proper tooling.
• Supports documentation and quality procedures on the shop floor.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Blueprint interpretation

Quality documentation

Safety awareness

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Depth gauges

Hand tools

Job description

Position Details

• Req ID: req2419
• Job Title: AEROSPACE MANUFACTURING INTERN
• Division: Interiors and Structures
• Shift: First Shift

Job Summary

Focus may be in one of three (3) work areas with potential exposure to all through the course of the assignment: Bonding, Fabricating & Process Operation.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities

• Performs routine and some non-routine developmental learning assignments and applies standard solutions to problems or work situations of a routine or repetitive nature. May perform a variety of routine duties related to the work area which assigned.
• BONDING
• Assists in performing tasks associated with determining the method and sequences of operation to be followed in fabrication of parts using materials such as graphite, fiberglass, plastic, boron, flock, mat, epoxy resins, rubber and like materials.
• Assists in planning, fabricating and building adhesive bonded assemblies of metallic and nonmetallic composite materials. Fabricates composite and metal parts into subassemblies for the purpose of pre-fitting in preparation for bonding/curing in presses, ovens, and autoclaves. Performs vacuum bagging for Autoclave cures up to 100 psi.
• Learns to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, manuals, specifications sketches, job orders, planning documents and engineering drawings. Selects tooling and materials compatible with the processing techniques identified in the work instructions.
• FABRICATING
• Performs fabrication and assembly tasks following established methods and procedures. Assists in layout, pre-fit and assembly and layup of a variety of metal to metal and composite bonded assemblies. May layout and mark dimensions and reference lines on material with templates or shop aides.
• Uses hand and power tools such as hand routers, hand sanders, drills, die grinders and other like hand tools to complete the required operations.
• Trims parts to fit and files, grinds, deburrs, bevels edges, polishes surfaces, and otherwise finishes out the material, part or assembly to specifications.
• Assembles detail parts into subassemblies and complete assembles using written and verbal work instructions, Installs simple solid and blind rivets, bolts, screws and clips and prepares and applies adhesives to details parts to assemble products to confirm to specifications.
• Operates production machines and equipment such as bank saws, drill presses, and other like production machines to fabricate parts, components and material for production uses.
• Assists in reviewing production and process documentation and production scheduling and planning and in expediting the flow of material, parts and assemblies.
• PROCESS OPERATION
• Reviews work instructions, operations manuals, blueprints and other documentation to define the requirement for the processing of parts or material to be cleaned.
• Reads pick ticket to determine the parts to be processed. Ensures parts picked are correct for the pick order and hangs the parts on the process rack per instructions.
• Assists in loading process racks onto the clean line conveyor for processing through the various cleaning and rinsing tanks.
• Assists in selecting the computer operating programs that control the clean line equipment, monitors and makes adjustments to the equipment as required to ensure proper overall operation of the clean line.
• Assists in monitoring the chemical solution in the process tanks to maintain the specified liquid level and chemical mixture. Adds specified amount of chemical to solutions as directed. Assists in draining, cleaning, and refilling process tanks with chemicals on a periodic basis as instructed.
• Confirms right parts have been processed and kits are complete then distributed to appropriate areas.

Performs other duties as required. These duties may include assignments in job classifications and departments other than the primary assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirements

Minimum Other. No formal education required

If applicable, a combination of experience and training may be substituted for the education requirement.

Experience Requirements

0 - 1 year year(s) Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred, but not required.

Skills and Competencies

• Must be able to read and write the English language and learn to interpret and comprehend work instructions, blueprints and company policies and procedures and safety instructions. Must be able to properly document work performed onto such documents as process planning, adhesive log sheets, Material Review Board documents, Engineering Work Orders, Change Notices, Engineering Process Specifications, technical manuals and like documentation.
• Capable of using close tolerance measuring tools i.e. scales, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges as well as small hand tools, machinery and other similar tools.
• Ability to complete respirator training, certification and fit test. Must be clean shaven at the respirator seal.
• Ability to learn tasks and processes that are not relate to the primary job assignment.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work in excess of eight (8) hours per day and five (5) days per week, if required. Additionally, those who work at NORDAM Repair Division must be able to ascend and descend stairs.

Demand - Frequency

• 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

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the Stakeholder is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment can vary from loud to a more moderate level.

Supervision

• Work is regularly supervised and reviewed in applying standard procedures and solutions to meet work requirements.
• Follows standard written or oral instructions.
• May need additional assistance for more complex tasks.

EEO Statement

The NORDAM Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.