Structures Mechanic

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking a Structures Mechanic with aircraft production experience for an opportunity in Savannah, Georgia.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

In a team oriented work environment, under little to no supervision, perform a variety of structural assembly operations using required tools and appropriate prints, specs and operational requirements to complete work assignment, and ensure conformance to specification. May assist and instruct other team members.

• Perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensures parts/assembly meet requirements.

• Possess the proven ability to move to new tasks with only a moderate, short-term impact to established goal hours and schedule.

• Rivet structural members, assemblies and parts using all tools required to do the job (e.g. portable riveting guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets).

• Must display the ability to remove fasteners without damaging structures.

• Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type size and hole pattern for rivets.

• Check all work and ensure a defective free assembly prior to final inspection.

• Instruct and assist other team members in interpretation of blueprints, drawings, and engineering orders; develop methods and shop aids to resolve production installation difficulties and problems.

• Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g. MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs).

• Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners.

• Make repairs per Discrepant Material Tags (DMT), Material Review Request (MRR), Production Change Orders (PCO), performs necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity.

• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company 5S & Lean Initiative Program and complies with all safety regulations.

• Work with little or no supervision.

• May assist/instruct other team members.

• Support Lean Activities.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Q-Stamp preferred.
• Three (3) years related structural assembly experience.
• Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints.
• Read and interpret 6” scale.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to read a scale and perform basic shop math.
• Read and comprehend basic documents and instructions.
• Must have essential personal skills, which include an aptitude for hands-on craftwork, a professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with people and to meet demanding schedules.
• Must demonstrate good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Ability to work with composite resins and materials.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work any shift.
• Must be able to climb ladders/stands/stairs and work in small spaces and/or restricted areas.
• Must be willing to perform other functions and duties as assigned by managers and supervisors.
• Must be willing to work overtime (as requested).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Why Choose LAUNCH?
A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.
LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

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