Fabrication Specialist B

Title: Fabrication Specialist B

Location: New Orleans LA

Duration: 12 Months

Rate: $35-36/hr.

Shift: First

Start Time: 6:00 AM

End Time: 2:30 PM

Job Description:

• Performs machine set-up machining welding set-up welding sheet metal fabrication and extrusion tube bending and fabrication tasks. Performs composite lay-up fabrication and assembly tasks. Assembles precision mechanical and electro-mechanical components. Assembles repairs modifies and installs various power plants and drive trains. Perform soldering on electronic and avionics products. Assembles and installs wire harnesses and avionics products. Prepares test articles fixtures and data collection devices to perform various tests. Performs basic organic chemical conversion and paint preparation. Applies routine organic coatings for corrosion protection and appearance requirements. Works on articles of limited complexity following established drawings and requirements.

Project / Day to Day Responsibilities

• Working a Safety/FOD sensitive environment around FOD sensitive components and hardware. (FOD Foreign object Debris / Foreign object damage).
• Working in a CWA (Controlled work area) with components of varying precision cleanliness levels.
• Fabricate structural mechanical and electrical components per engineering drawings and CAD models.
• Interpret 2D drawings and 3D models to layout machine assemble wire and test parts and subassemblies.
• Use hand and power tools precision measuring equipment and fabrication equipment (e.g. drill presses saws presses); perform soldering crimping and wiring as required.
• Build and validate prototypes and small production runs perform fit checks and functional tests and troubleshoot issues to meet design intent.
• Maintain part and process documentation follow quality and safety procedures and log test/assembly results.
• Collaborate with engineers technicians and project leads to resolve design or manufacturability issues and support continuous improvement.
• Working with and installing sensitive electronic devices or avionics sensors and other instrumentation (accelerometers strain gauges etc.)

• Required Skills (top 3)
• Mechanically inclined - strong hands on aptitude with tools fixtures and mechanical systems; comfortable performing precise measurements and mechanical troubleshooting.
• CAD literacy - able to competently review and interpret 2D drawings and 3D CAD models (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD or similar) to guide fabrication and assembly decisions.
• Relevant mechanical or electrical experience in a FOD sensitive - background in automotive or military mechanical or electrical systems with familiarity of mechanical assemblies tolerances and ruggedized component requirements.

• Preferred Skills (top 3)
• Former or current military - discipline familiarity with military standards/procedures and experience working in structured safety critical environments.
• 3 years fabrication or assembly experience - demonstrated track record in metalwork wiring/ECU integration or mechanical assembly including soldering riveting welding or sheet metal work.
• Proven team player - strong communication ability to work across functions and experience contributing to fast paced collaborative project teams.

Education / Experience:

• High school diploma or GED and typically 1 or more years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Comments:

• NASA Background Check- Public trust level
• Work Location : Michould Assembly Facility
• Shift Start Time: Variable 1st Shift 6:00am / 2nd Shift 2:00pm
• Shift End Time: Variable 1st Shift 2:30pm / 2nd Shift 10:30pm

Position Comments:

• Shifts: 1st & 2nd -
• 1st Shift 6:00am -2:00pm
• 2nd Shift 2:30pm -10:30pm
• Onsite/remote/hybrid: 100% onsite
• Physical demands (if any): none
• Successful completion of training is a contingency for this assignment OJT or formal classroom training