Aviation Machinist III: Precision, Welding & Tools

VSE Aviation; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation in Independence, KS is seeking a Machinist III to perform alteration tasks on civil aviation articles in accordance with FAA data and manufacturer instructions. The role also involves developing, duplicating, and manufacturing tooling as required to support production.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, plus 4 years of manual machinist and welding experience. Background checks and drug testing may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an additional 3 years of related work experience.
• 4 years of manual machinist experience is required.
• 4 years of welding experience is required.
• Flexible to changing workloads/priorities based on customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize components for repairs to ensure delivery requirements are met on time.
• Apply specialty coatings to aviation components as required.
• Document maintenance records of all repair work orders performed.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment daily.
• Weld utilizing ARC, MIG and TIG.
• Operate an oxygen/acetylene torch and a plasma torch.
• Develop and duplicate tooling using engineering drawings.
• Maintain inventory supplies for daily operation.
• Inspect work completed on aviation components.
• Operate manual lathe and milling machines.
• Operate cut-off saws, band saws, belt sanders and bench grinders.
• Operate drill presses and forklift as needed.

Skills

Adaptable to changing workloads

Fast-paced environment

Organized workspace

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Manual lathe

Manual milling

Welding equipment

Precision measuring tools

Job description

VSE Aviation in Independence, KS is seeking a Machinist III to perform alteration tasks on civil aviation articles in accordance with FAA data and manufacturer instructions. The role also involves developing, duplicating, and manufacturing tooling as required to support production.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, plus 4 years of manual machinist and welding experience. Background checks and drug testing may apply.