Structural Technician ll

Belcan; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Hagerstown, Maryland is seeking a Structural Technician II. This role involves assembling structures and performing part-fitting operations, ensuring alignment and modifications as necessary. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED with 2+ years of relevant experience and the ability to work with technical schematics. US citizenship is required. This position may involve outdoor elements and exposure to hazardous materials, so safety consciousness is paramount.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen due to nature of work.
• Experience with structure assembly and minor fitting.
• High school diploma or GED and 2+ years experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble major structures and perform minor part-fitting operations.
• Align parts on jigs and aerospace vehicles.
• Modify assemblies as needed.

Skills

US Citizenship

Basic understanding of technical schematics

Experience with structure assembly

Ability to install fasteners

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Own tools in good working order

Job description

Start Date: Immediate

Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance

Job Description

As a Structural Technician II, you will be using your skills and expertise to assemble and/or create major assembly structures and minor part‑fitting operations such as filing, sawing, burring, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling and reaming. You will be responsible for aligning parts on jigs and aerospace vehicles using templates and fixtures, and measuring parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions. You also may be responsible for modifying incomplete and complete assemblies and incorporating the changes into the structure.

Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps.
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity.
• Frequently requires vision abilities to include close, distance, depth perception, and telling the difference between colors.
• Frequently requires hearing abilities to include discerning different tones and volumes. Occasionally lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions

• Frequently exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
• Frequently exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials.
• Frequently exposed to loud noises.

Safety Sensitive Position

• Responsible for the safety or security of people or property.
• Inspects, handles, or transports explosives, dangerous or hazardous materials.
• Inspects structures, equipment or vehicles.
• Operate or supervise vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment or machinery

Skills

• Due to the nature of the work performed, US CITIZENSHIP is a REQUIREMENT
• Must have own tools in good working order
• Basic understanding of applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications; ability to complete installations per technical drawings while maintaining edge distance and pitch
• Experience with structure assembly, minor part fitting techniques, and repair and refinishing such as airframe corrosion removal, as applicable
• Ability to install various fasteners such as rivets and hi‑locks

Preferred

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, NASA or US Military
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 2 or more years of relevant experience
• A higher-level degree may substitute for experience. Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.