Aircraft Structural Mechanic II - Dallas

telstaffing; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

telstaffing is seeking a Structural Mech II in Dallas, TX. The role involves assembling and riveting structural components, performing sheet metal layout, and fabricating items to meet design specs and quality standards.

The candidate will read blueprints, follow procedures, and work with minimal supervision. Requires 2 years of related experience, basic math, and ability to lift 50 lbs; Solumina and SmarTeam experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years related structural assembly experience.
• Experience reading blueprints and working with Solumina and SmarTeam preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures.
• Rivet structural assemblies using rivet guns and related tools.
• Read work orders and blueprints to determine sequence of operations.
• Maintain logs and records and ensure defective-free assembly.
• Adhere to 5S program and safety regulations and work with minimal supervision.
• Support continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Structural assembly

Riveting

Sheet metal layout

Quality checks

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Solumina

SmarTeam

Job description

Job Description:

In a team-oriented work environment, under minimal supervision, Structural Mech II performs a variety of structural assembly operations in a production department following established operating procedures. All work performed should be in accordance with company design specifications, and quality standards, and completed work should meet customer expectations.

Essential Functions:

• Safely perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensures parts/assembly meet requirements
• Safely perform sheet metal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment, or fabricated items on aircraft
• Rivet structural assemblies and parts using all tools required to do the job (e.g. portable riveting guns, pneumatic guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets).
• Must display the ability to remove fasteners without damaging structure
• Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine the sequence of operations, type size, and hole pattern for rivets, cut and form plastics, and follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants, and solvents
• Check all work and ensure a defective-free assembly prior to the final inspection
• Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g. MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs)
• Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners.
• Utilizing proper tooling, shape and form complex angles and configurations according to blueprint specifications or written/verbal information
• Make repairs per Discrepant Material Tags (DMT), Material Review Request (MRR), and Production Change Orders (PCO), perform necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supported the company 5S Program, and complied with all safety regulations.
• Use personal protective equipment as required
• Able to work with minimal supervision on duties and tasks
• Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g. YIAW, Kaizen events, etc.)
• Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment and return items to the tool room after use
• Ensure standard operating procedures are followed when operating ground support equipment

Additional Functions:

• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags
• Ensure accurate daily job charging to the aircraft
• Exchange job-related information and coordinate work activities between shifts through turn over report meetings and direct contact with leadership
• Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs
• Support Lean Activities Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years related structural assembly experience.
• Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints
• Basic computer skills and basic shop math skills
• Must be able to read a scale and perform basic shop math
• Read and comprehend basic documents and instructions
• Must have essential personal skills, which include an aptitude for hands-on craftwork, a professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with people and to meet demanding schedules
• Must demonstrate good housekeeping and safety practices
• Ability to work with composite resins and materials
• Must be able to work any shift
• Must be able to climb ladders/stands/stairs and work in small spaces or restricted areas & lift 50 lbs
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language