Assembler II

Position Summary

Uses hand or power tools to trim, shim, cut, and make other adjustments to fit components together and align them properly. May assist in instructing and training lower-level assemblers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Determine Detail/Hardware locations per blueprints and mylars
• Set-up and operate Drill Press, Pneumatic drills, “C” squeezes, Hand Squeezes, Rivet Pullers.
• Set up countersinks per fastener requirements and shop router
• Monitor and work with very tight tolerances
• Drill holes in structure and subassemblies, and attaches brackets, hinges, or clips to secure installation or to fasten subassemblies per blueprint and customer specifications.
• Install units, parts, equipment, and components in structural assembly, according to blueprints and specifications, using hand tools and power tools.
• Bolt, screw, or rivet accessories to fasten, support, or hang components and subassemblies.
• Locate and mark reference points and holes for installation of parts and components, using jigs, templates, and measuring instruments.
• Inspect and test installed units, parts, and equipment for fit, performance, and compliance with standards, using measuring instruments and test equipment.
• Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments, following blueprint lines and index points.
• Complete all required training and any additional training required by supervisor.
• Complete quality documentation
• Perform preventative maintenance on assembly presses and tooling
• Verify part and hardware count to shop router
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience and Education: 1-2 years of relevant experience
• High school degree or equivalent
• Technical Skills: Excellent attention to detail, Strong hand-eye coordination, Ability to read, understand and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (e.g., blueprint reading, specification, change, design).
• Working knowledge of aircraft manufacturing, instructions and blueprints, Working knowledge of customer specifications and requirements, Ability to use calipers, micrometers, etc., Mastery of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions), Strong teamwork and communication skills to get along with co-workers and be a team player, Understand and obey safety requirements, Commitment to keep work area clean and free of debris
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs, Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, as well as reach with hands and arms for extended periods of time, Capable of standing for long periods

Qualifications

• None