Product Repair/Mod Tech B (contract)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of Aircraft Mechanic (Experience in either commercial or defense or relevant trade apprenticeship would be considered)
• 3+ years experience in reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics and specifications
• Ability to close tolerance drill within .003 & Ability to precision measure within .003
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite

Primary Responsibilities

• Repair overhaul structures for F18- EF Flight Controls
• Identify if a fastener is a rivet, blind rivet, screw, hi-lock, bolt or lock bolt
• Read and interpret blueprints, process data sheets & maintenance instruction manuals
• Demonstrate knowledge of cleaning, corrosion prevention and control, polish or dry wash tasks
• Knowledge of common fastener sizes and correct cutting tools for removal and installation processes
• Remove and reinstall access panels and fairings. Remove damaged screws without damaging surrounding structure
• Ability to safety wire and install cotter pins
• Ability to apply aircraft finishes (primer and paint), Alodine, and sealants
• Close tolerance drill within .001 & Precision measure within .0005 in metallic and composite structures
• Perform structural repairs and modifications on strike fighters, commercial derivative aircraft, and flight control components
• Utilize measuring tools such as micrometer, dial caliper, grip gauges, feeler gauge, depth gauge, trimic, and bore gages
• Fabricate, locate, trim, drill/ream, and assemble metallic and composite components
• Makes major/minor modification to aircraft skins and other structural components
• Installs rivets, blind fasteners, hiloks, etc in metallic and composite structures
• Ensure aircraft technical log book, maintenance documentation, work packages and zonal handovers are completed accurately and within prescribed timescales in conjunction with the program leads and managers
• Highlight any technical issues, discrepancies or other issues to the program lead and manager
• Strive for an efficient work effort in all assigned tasks
• Strive for First Time Quality on all assigned work
• Follow the guidance and direction from lead, and senior Subject Matter Experts (SME)
• Execute all duties while wearing required safety equipment
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work
• Demonstrate a safe work ethic
• Have ability to lift and utilize tools, materials, equipment and components in a manufacturing environment, within the Boeing lifting standards (max 35 lb per person, 45 lb for 2 person)
• Perform detailed tool inventories daily
• Communicate using basic computer systems including but not limited to Microsoft Office as needed to complete essential job requirements
• Contribute positively to our open and honest reporting culture
• Report all incidents and occurrences in the Boeing Safety Management System
• Maintain a high standard of organization and cleanliness within assigned work areas, “Clean as You Go”
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Be flexible to ensure aircraft are delivered on time to customer
• Perform other duties as directed by management for the benefit of the company, program or employee(s)

General Responsibilities

• Associate Level; Can perform the above tasks with little or general supervision
• Experienced Level; Can perform the above tasks with no supervision and can assist others

Pay Rate Range

28 - 31 USD hourly

Benefits Information

• Optional Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

Tundra Technical Solutions

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