Lead Bonder

AAR Corp; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AAR Corp. is seeking an experienced maintenance professional in the United States to oversee multi- technician activities and ensure adherence to approved data and quality standards.

This role requires hands-on supervision, coaching, and directing maintenance to meet FAA and company specifications. The successful candidate will mentor technicians, coordinate with supervision, and verify maintenance documentation while upholding safety and quality control manuals.

Qualifications

• Read, write, and understand English fluently.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance data.
• Ability to navigate and read drawings.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance practices for approximately 10 technicians max.
• Coach and mentor employees on proper maintenance techniques.
• Communicate needs to supervisor/manager.
• Process maintenance forms and authorize after work completion.
• Be familiar with Repair Station and Quality Control Manuals.
• Notify the Director of Quality Assurance of suspected un-airworthy conditions.
• Ensure parts received from stock are properly identified.

Skills

English fluency

Maintenance data interpretation

Reading drawings

Written and verbal communication

Job description

About Us:AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services.AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

Description

This is a working level position that requires a high level of aviation maintenance expertise and is directly responsible for the maintenance, workmanship and training under his/her direct oversight.

Bonds a variety of dissimilar materials (composite or metal) assemblies, parts, skins, components, or structures into semifinished or finished products. Lays out articles, cuts parts or materials to size. Applies liquid or solid bonding agents. Performs bagging and debulking processes. May operate autoclave, hot bonders, and ovens to complete bonding cycle.
Controls conditions of heat, pressure, and timing by setting and operating various controls according to the specifications
for the materials and the bonding agent being used. Sands, deburrs, and smooths over areas; applies sealing resins to
cut or exposed edges. Monitors and verifies quality of finished product. Completes repairs on composite, metal, or
laminate bonded products using inspection and rework instructions.

§ Ensure personnel under his/her direct oversight perform maintenance in accordance with approved data

§ Coach & mentor employees on proper maintenance techniques and procedures.

§ Communicate the needs to supervisor/manager.

§ Process maintenance forms and authorize by signature and date after work is completed.

§ Be familiar with the contents and procedures described in the Repair Station and Quality Control Manuals.

§ Notify the Director of Quality Assurance of suspected un-airworthy conditions found during the performance of his/her duties.

§ Assure all parts received from stock are properly identified.

§ In the case of shelf-life material, assure they are not expired. If material is outdated, assure outdated materials are presented to his/her production lead and/or inspector for identification as nonconforming and for proper disposition.

§ Accomplish his/her work in accordance with proper aircraft standards, manufacturer’s approved data, FAA approved/accepted data, industry standards, or standard shop practices.

§ Oversees maintenance practices for approximately 10 technicians Max

Qualifications

§ Read, write, and understand English fluently.

§ Ability to read and interpret maintenance data

§ Ability to navigate and read drawings

§ Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Job

Job

: Operations

Primary Location

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Overtime Status

Overtime Status

: Non-exempt

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.