Aircraft Structures Worker

Paramount Aerospace Systems; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in South Africa is seeking an Aircraft Structures Worker responsible for cutting, fabricating, and assembling parts for various aircraft. The ideal candidate must have a Trade Certification and a minimum of 5 years experience in the manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include consultation of drawings, using appropriate machinery, and ensuring adherence to quality processes and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Aircraft Structure experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in sub-assembly, major assembly, and on-aircraft installation preferred.
• Knowledge in aircraft sheet metal and structures maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Consult drawings and schematics to manufacture parts.
• Cut, bend, shape, and manufacture sheet metal parts.
• Use appropriate machinery for assigned jobs.
• Perform sub-assembly and assembly of parts.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols.

Skills

Cutting and fabricating parts

Sheet metal manufacturing

Assembly skills

Education

Grade 12 or National diploma (N3)

Aircraft Structures Trade Certification

Job description

Purpose of the role:

The Aircraft Structures Worker is responsible for cutting, fabricating, shaping, and assembling of parts for various aircraft.

Responsibilities

The incumbent is expected to work independently as well as part of a team in supporting the Department, Project Manager and Engineering environments to ensure that the final product conforms to the required technical standards and to achieve the goals and objectives of the organisation.

• Consults drawings, work orders, and / or schematics to manufacture specified detailed parts.
• Cut, bend, shape, and manufacture sheet metal parts to required dimensions.
• Use appropriate machinery to complete assigned jobs.
• Sub-Assembly of parts.
• Assembly of parts.
• On-Aircraft installationplete work assigned according to the Quality processes.
• Make use of build manuals and adhere to the health and safety protocols.
• Continuously improve manufacturing processes and workflow throughout the manufacturing process.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Maintains clean and orderly workspace.

Qualifications & Experience

Educated to Grade 12 or National diploma (N3).

Aircraft Structures Trade Certification

A minimum of 5 years Aircraft Structure experience within a manufacturing environment.

Proven experience of sub assembly, major assembly and on-aircraft installation is preferred.

Experience in aircraft sheet metal / structures maintenance and manufacturing environment within the aerospace industry.