Composite Mechanic

PDS Defense, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 94,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Wide-Body Aircraft Composite Repair Mechanic in Wichita, KS. The role involves performing repairs on Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 in an FAA-approved Repair Station, following repair manuals and engineering instructions to deliver quality parts on schedule.

The position offers an hourly rate of $68–$71 and requires experience in composite repair, sanding, lay-up, and related processes. Local candidates able to work at the Wichita facility are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Composite Repair preferred.
• Experience with taper sanding, lay-up, septum core removal and replacement.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on wide-body aircraft (Boeing 787, Airbus A350) in FAA-approved Repair Station.
• Work from repair manuals, process specs and drawings to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Fabricate, rework and repair non-metallic parts and assemblies using approved methods.

Skills

Composite repair

Sanding taper

Lay-up

Septum core removal/replace

CAD/CAM tools

Education

5+ years of composite repair experience preferred

Tools

CAD/CAM tools

Job description

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Composite Mechanic Wichita, KS

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Wide-Body Aircraft Composite Repair Mechanic, in Wichita, KS.

$68-$71 Hourly

Associate - W2

Shift: 1

Will be working on Boeing 787 and Airbus A350Perform repairs in a FAA approved Repair Station, working to structural repair manuals, component maintenance manuals and aircraft maintenance manuals, as well as other approved repair instructions from the manufacturer or airline customer. Team with others to perform maintenance, repair, and overhauls to a wide variety of structural and non-structural fiberglass, acrylic and other composite and metal parts, Work from approved repair manuals and documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, drawings and established processes and procedures, to assure the timely delivery of quality products to the customer. Perform multi-tasking and multi-machine operation where applicable. Demonstrates technical expertise in fabricating assemblies, reworks and repairs non-metallic parts, assemblies and aircraft applying knowledge of working characteristics of non-metallic materials and bonding techniques. Performs rework/repair in keeping with the Engineering intent through use of electronic media (work instructions, model-based definitions, specifications, requirements documents, MRB dispositions, etc.).Verifies dimensions of parts using both mechanical and electronic precision measurement tools. May perform first article inspection. Able to capture, translate, validate or provide measurement data to meet engineering intent and top-level requirements including the following: Maintain required personal certifications. Perform complete inspection, including first part review of procured or fabricated parts and assemblies Initiate and document any non-conforming condition for Material Review Board action. Perform process surveillance to assure compliance with requirements. Prepare and maintain quality records. Proficient in the use and interpretation of all cad cam tools or similar tools to support the fabrication, manufacture, or rework to engineering configuration.

Requirement:

Must have experience with Taper sanding, lay-up, septum core removes and replace capabilities.

5+ years of experience in Composite Repair is preferred.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

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