Aircraft Inflatable Technician I

HRD; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Paid time off and flexible work arrangements

Professional development and training opportunities

Job summary

HRD in Los Angeles is seeking an Aircraft Inflatable Technician responsible for assembling and repackaging inflatable products according to OEM specifications. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma/GED, attention to detail, and team collaboration skills. Benefits include competitive salary, comprehensive health coverage, and retirement savings plans. The role requires physical fitness to handle duties such as lifting and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Previous inflatable packing experience preferred (e.g., parachute, marine raft).
• Trained in accordance with on-the-job training requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and repackage inflatable products according to OEM specifications.
• Ensure all items are accounted for and ready for packing.
• Maintain a neat and organized working area and adhere to safety rules.

Skills

Good hand-eye coordination

Basic math skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Attention to detail

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Education

High school Diploma/GED

Job description

HRD is an FAA repair station that has been providing world‑class service for over thirty‑five years for the Aviation industry. HRD is the industry leader dedicated to the overhaul of aviation safety equipment, including aircraft fire extinguishers, oxygen systems and inflatables as well as outright PMA Part Sales that makes people’s lives safer. HRD employs over two hundred employees. It is our goal to make work meaningful for people everywhere, we work to ensure our team reflects the diversity of the businesses we serve. We have offices in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Houston Texas, and Valencia California (corporate offices).

Primary Responsibilities

The Aircraft Inflatable Technician is responsible for the assembly and repackaging of inflatable products in accordance to the Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) specifications and written procedures under general supervision.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret data, manuals, or other materials to determine specifications, inspection, and testing procedures, accept units that are to be maintained from the receiving inspection process, ensure all items are accounted for and the assembly is ready for packing. Perform duties such as manual lifting, pulling, pushing, and tugging to repackage articles, use proper tooling to repackage inflatables in accordance with OEM/CMM and/or approved data. Insert units into oven, when necessary, work in conjunction with the inspector to provide continuity in the packing process, ensure that all parts and components are in airworthy condition before packing. Measure dimensions and/or use templates to verify specified dimensions or settings meet OEM guidelines, and confirm all packing aids are accounted for. Completes documents and forms applicable to the work task. Carry out duties in accordance to QCM/RSM written specifications and procedures. Ensure any relevant Airworthiness Directives (AD’s) are applied. Check that Service Bulletins are complied with when applicable to the required task. Maintain the working area in an organized and neat condition, observe and follow all safety rules and policies. Maintain an acceptable level of productivity as determined by department requirements and provide team member support.

Qualifications

Requirements

• High school Diploma/GED
• Previous inflatable packing experience preferred (i.e parachute, marine raft, etc)
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
• Able to read a tape measure
• Basic math skills
• Able to work in team environment
• Ability to read, write & understand English
• Trained in qualified in accordance with OJT requirement
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals.

Physical Requirements

• Required to frequently stand, bend, stooping, squatting, pushing/pulling, kneeling and walking
• The employee will intermittently sit
• Frequently use hands to handle, grasp, squeeze or feel; reach with hands and arms
• Must see in the normal visual range of the unit with or without correction
• Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
• Continuously bend, twist, and kneel
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs with assistance

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development and training opportunities.