Structures Sheet Metal Mechanic 11+ years

JOB TITLE: Structures Sheet Metal Mechanic
LOCATION: Wichita KS
PAY RATE: $55.00 56.00/hr

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (6 months with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical dental and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary

Summary:

• Assembles installs seals rigs and inspects precision structural and system components using drawings process specifications and quality control requirements.

• Functional tests and corrects fit form and function of assemblies and components.

• Obtains required information from prints charts sketches work instructions documents and verbal or electronic data.

• Uses shop mathematics and precision measuring or test instruments to complete work and functional tests.

• Utilizes tooling to assemble components into sub-assemblies or end items.

• Verifies work meets engineering specifications and identifies discrepancies per applicable procedures.

• Performs routine minor machine maintenance including filter replacement bulb changes and lubrication or coolant level maintenance.

• Sets up and operates conventional or Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) and fastening equipment of less than simultaneous 3-axis movement.

• Performs specialty skills including Assembly or Installation of Structures Sealer Sub Assembly Doors Integral Fuel Cell Sealing Precision Bench Assembly and Pressure and Vacuum testing.

• Applies expertise in fuselage integration multilayer layup and 737 platform assembly.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• 11 years of related experience (minimum 10 years considered).

• 737 aircraft assembly or integration experience required.

• Experience with fuselage integration for aircraft structures.

• Experience with multilayer layup techniques for composite or metallic structures.

• Ability to assemble install seal rig and inspect precision structural and system components.

• Proficiency reading and interpreting prints charts sketches and work instructions.

• Ability to use shop mathematics and precision measuring or test instruments for functional testing.

• Experience with conventional or CNC fastening equipment operation.

• Skill in at least one specialty: Assembly/Installation of Structures Sealer Sub Assembly Doors Integral Fuel Cell Sealing Precision Bench Assembly or Pressure/Vacuum testing.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract contract-to-hire and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering IT production maintenance and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation aerospace and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace aviation engineering maintenance aircraft design defense

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