Assembly Technician

Precision Aviation Group; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

401k matching

Job summary

Trace Aviation in Flowood, MS is seeking a Landing Gear Assembly Technician to support final assembly and build-up of aircraft landing gear components. The role focuses on precise reassembly and testing to meet OEM and FAA standards for airworthiness.

You will follow CMMs and work instructions, install seals and fittings, torque hardware, and participate in inspections with Quality teams. High school diploma or equivalent required; A&P license is a plus, with a strong safety mindset and accuracy

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, preferably aerospace or MRO.
• Proficient with hand tools, torque wrenches, hydraulic presses, and alignment tools.
• Ability to interpret and follow CMMs, blueprints, and detailed work instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and high attention to detail.
• Familiarity with FAA Part 145 repair station procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform final assembly and build-up of landing gear components, subassemblies, and full assemblies per OEM CMMs and work instructions.
• Install seals, O-rings, hardware, bushings, bearings, and fittings using calibrated equipment.
• Torque hardware to specified values and record all critical measurements.
• Ensure proper alignment, fitment, and functionality of all parts during assembly.
• Perform hydraulic shock strut tests, gap checks, and other tests as required.
• Collaborate with Quality teams to complete in-process and final inspections.
• Tag and prepare completed assemblies for shipment or return to customer.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including parts used, serial numbers, and inspection results.

Skills

Hand tools

Torque wrenches

Hydraulic presses

Alignment tools

CMMs and blueprints

Team player

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or A&P license (plus)

Tools

CMMs (Coordinate Measuring Machines)

Calibrated testing equipment

Shop floor test equipment

Job description

Trace Aviation | TRA
1014 N Flowood Dr
Flowood, MS 39232, USA

Description

JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for a Landing Gear Assembly Technician to support the final assembly and build-up of aircraft landing gear components and assemblies. This position focuses on the precise reassembly and testing of overhauled or repaired parts, ensuring they meet OEM and FAA standards for quality and airworthiness.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions

• Perform final assembly and build-up of landing gear components, subassemblies, and full assemblies per OEM Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs) and work instructions.
• Install seals, O-rings, hardware, bushings, bearings, and fittings using appropriate tools and calibrated equipment.
• Torque hardware to specified values and record all critical measurements and readings.
• Ensure proper alignment, fitment, and functionality of all parts during assembly.
• Perform hydraulic shock strut test, gap checks, and other test as required.
• Collaborate with Quality teams to complete in-process and final inspections.
• Tag and prepare completed assemblies for shipment or return to customer.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including parts used, serial numbers, and inspection results.
• Follow all safety guidelines and ensure a clean and organized work area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the assembly area.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands: Requires sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Requires frequent walking, bending, and reaching to shoulder level. Requires occasional squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling weight up to 50 pounds. Requires repetitive hand movement. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Equipment Operated: Ability to operate office machines and equipment and troubleshoot problems with equipment.

Work Location: Trace Aviation Flowood, MS

Protective Equipment Required: Must wear appropriate PPE and work in a shop environment

Education/Training: High school diploma or equivalent required, technical school or A&P license a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, preferably in aerospace or MRO.
• Proficient with hand tools, torque wrenches, hydraulic presses, and alignment tools.
• Ability to interpret and follow CMMs, blueprints, and detailed work instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and high attention to detail.
• Familiarity with FAA Part 145 repair station procedures is preferred.
• Team player with strong communication and time management skills.

Certificates/Licenses: A&P License preferred but not required.

Other: Other duties may be assigned to support other departments, personnel or projects

We offer competitive pay and a wide variety of benefits.

• Full-time associates qualify for health benefits the first of the month following 30 days' employment.
• Options include 4 medical plans, 2 dental plans, vision, base life (company paid), voluntary life, short and long-term disability, flex spending accounts, and telemedicine.
• Other benefits include vacation and PTO time accrued with each pay cycle with a vacation carryover/payout option at year end, 9 paid holidays, 401k with company match contributions.

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