Founded in 1953 Aerosonic has grown to be a leader in aviation instrumentation and avionics equipment including air data systems standby displays digital and mechanical standby instruments sensors and probes. Our customers include the major manufacturers of todays civil military and business fixed wing and rotorcraft platforms as well as all branches of the US military forces. We are located in Clearwater FL and do not offer hybrid or remote work - all employees must be a U.S. Person.
Why Join Us
Summary of Position: |
Perform a variety of operations to assemble Probes sensors booms and other products used on and in aircraft. Assemblies include parts from sheet metal wiring and other components. Tasks include aligning and assembly of parts cutting material to specific dimensions use of hand tools and templates work from diagrams drawings specifications and shop orders. Assembly may include other operations such as sawing burring crimping trimming drilling reaming and riveting. Measure parts with a variety of methods to verify dimensions. May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes and perform reworks. Performs other duties as assigned. Work performance is directed by a Production Manager and is reviewed through reports and effectiveness of results obtained.
Duties and Responsibilities: |
Essential functions of the position include but are not limited to:
The assembly technician will work from manufacturing instructions diagrams drawings as well as verbal instructions using a basic array of hand tools including wire strippers crimpers torque wrenches multi-meters microscopes soldering and/or brazing equipment
May disassemble modify rework reassemble and test prototype and production released assemblies and subassemblies according to instructions and specifications
Performs a variety of assembly operations on complex units or sub-units of precision production parts and components involving precision fittings and tolerances.
Perform the assembly of tools according to their specifications and instructions including using test instruments for calibration and advanced adjustments.
Identify and defective items and handle them according to established procedures.
Collect material and equipment needed to begin the process
Work from layouts prints specifications route sheets and general instructions
Ability to shift between different activities and work tasks in a fast paced and exciting environment
Maintain equipment in good condition and check for calibration due dates
Report on issues malfunction defective part or defective equipment
Test finished products for defects
May operate machinery such as sand blaster press and laser welder
Perform general departmental housekeeping regularly
Sustain production standards and quality
Perform in-process visual inspections dimensional inspections and cosmetic final clean up
Regular attendance and punctuality required
Qualifications: |
High school diploma or equivalent education training and/or related work experience.
0-2 years of work experience in a manufacturing environment
Must have brazing experience.
Must be able to work with ITAR products and related data without restriction.
Skill Set Required: |
Use of basic hand tools and measuring devices (calipers etc.)
Basic understanding of blueprint and process sheet interpretation
Basic computer skills
Basic math skills (i.e. may have to do conversions to decimals)
Basic verbal and written communication skills
Physical Requirements: |
Restrictions limited only by individuals inability to perform essential job duties and where an unsafe condition would result for the individual or surrounding employees.
Required lifting weight: 35 lbs. Lifting Frequency: Daily
Work Environment: |
Safety Hazard: |
Disclaimer: |
This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e. U.S. citizens permanent residents and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act 8. U.S.C.1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Aerosonic will require proof status before employment.
Aerosonic provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race color creed religion gender age sexual orientation national origin disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state federal or local law. Further the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated fairly during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.