AEROSTRUCTURE MECHANIC MASTER

Csod; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The NORDAM Group LLC in Tulsa, OK, seeks an Aerostructure Master Mechanic to apply advanced skills in assembling and repairing aerostructure parts and systems from metals and composites. You will read engineering drawings, lay out layouts, install fasteners, and prepare subassemblies for final assembly.

Typical duties include inspecting finished work for conformance to specifications and documenting processes.

Qualifications

• 10 years of major aircraft structural assembly experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and production documentation.
• Experience with rivets, bolts and fasteners used in aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assembly tasks with extensive experience and judgment.
• Review production planning and expediting material flow as needed.
• Read work instructions, production planning, drawings, layouts and specs.
• Lay out dimensions, drill patterns, and install hardware on metal/composites.
• Assemble parts into subassemblies and final assemblies using hand tools.
• Inspect completed assemblies for conformance to specs and document processes.

Skills

Aircraft structural assembly

Read blueprints

Rivets & fasteners

Composite/metal bonding

Precision measurement

Job description

Position Details

Req ID req2369

Job Title AEROSTRUCTURE MECHANIC MASTER

Division Nacelle and Thrust Reversers

Shift First Shift

Job Summary

Applies and demonstrates a mastery of technical skills and advanced knowledge related to the performance of various production operations to assemble and / or repair aerostructure parts, components, subsystems and operating systems composed of metallic and / or nonmetallic material.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities

• Performs tasks that are of a substantial variety and complexity requiring considerable experience and judgment to plan and accomplish. Assists in the development of new products and fabricates the first articles.
• Performs multiple tasks that include highly complex assembly functions using limited production documentation that do not follow 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 smooths 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.
• Inspects completed assemblies for conformance to specifications. Completes and maintains necessary paperwork for documenting processes performed.

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

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirements

Other. No formal education required

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

Experience Requirements

10 year(s) Major aircraft structural assembly, composite and metal bond lay-up, or other related manufacturing experience.

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.
• Reads and interprets blueprints.
• Knowledgeable of rivet standard sizes and corresponding drill size.
• Capable of installing blind rivets, Jo-Bolts, hilocks, huck bolts, solid rivets and bolts.

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

• Works independently and sets own priorities and objectives when consultation with management.
• May independently adapt techniques and tools to meet special needs.
• Obtains management approval as directed.

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.