- MUST PASS PLATE TEST
- Paper test
- Section is for them (resources) to set their countersink depth. “Practice”
- Install three fasteners – candidates have 1 hour to complete this
- 1) Hi-Lite
- 1) Countersunk Hi-Lite
- 1) Countersunk Rivet
- Note: If the candidates go straight to the test portion and they get it wrong, without adjusting their countersink depth, they fail the test.
- Effective 1/29/24, Spirit is adding additional testing to mechanics that will add an additional ½ day
- Countersinking of holes and fastener installation. A full plate using 6 different styles of fasteners and includes drill-out of 9 fasteners.
- Per client - ***DO NOT SUBMIT CANDIDATES who cannot pass a plate test, we do not want to waste the clients time***
- Must have 10+ years of experience. If they are not strongly skilled then they need more years of experience.
- However, must have 5 years minimum with heavy structure and skin change work
- Manager is specifically looking for those with a lot of experience on AFT Bulkhead repair and skin change.
- Perform MRB work statement at end of line (EOL) and final product verification (FPV) on off shifts.
- Performs a variety of operations to assemble and make major assembly structures such as fuselage panels and bulkheads, and structural subassemblies to engineering.
- Typically performs rework created by other shops
- Typically does not perform bar line / standard in-process work
- Stabilize / balance jack system and cradles before starting skin change
- Remove and replace skins and major MRB that cannot be accepted to engineering drawings outside of normal shop environment
- Convert detail skin / structure into engineering configuration through the match drilling process
- Troubleshoot all major structural repairs per engineering and remove / replace all necessary parts to bring airplane back into compliance.
- Must be able to start ASAP and be able to work any shift needed
- Candidates will be performing MRB work statement at end of line (EOL) and final product verification (FPV) on off shifts.
- Performs a variety of operations to assemble and make major assembly structures such as fuselage panels and bulkheads, and structural subassemblies to engineering.
- Typically performs rework created by other shops
- Typically does not perform bar line / standard in-process work
- Stabilize / balance jack system and cradles before starting skin change
- Remove and replace skins and major MRB that cannot be accepted to engineering drawings outside of normal shop environment
- Convert detail skin / structure into engineering configuration through the match drilling process
- Troubleshoot all major structural repairs per engineering and remove / replace all necessary parts to bring airplane back into compliance.
- Must be cleared by Tuesday to start the following Monday. Start classes are now limited to 25 contractors per class.
- Must wear sturdy, full-cover, low heeled shoes in shop areas
- Safety steel-toed shoes/boots
- Must not be in dresses, skirts, or have jewelry to avoid accidents and injuries
Employee Value Proposition – WHY HERE!!
- Continuous availability for work, great opportunity for OT
- One of the largest suppliers for Boeing
- Great way to build resume experience that can lead to plenty of other opportunities with other clients
Week 1 – Responsibilities / Expectations / Culture / Environment
- Candidates will be working in the 737 fuselage area
- Candidates will perform MRB work statement at end of line (EOL) and final product verification (FPV) on off shifts.
- Candidates will perform a variety of operations to assemble and make major assembly structures such as fuselage panels and bulkheads, and structural subassemblies to engineering.
- Typically performs rework created by other shops
- Typically does not perform bar line / standard in-process work
- Stabilize / balance jack system and cradles before starting skin change
- Remove and replace skins and major MRB that cannot be accepted to engineering drawings outside of normal shop environment
- Convert detail skin / structure into engineering configuration through the match drilling process
- Troubleshoot all major structural repairs per engineering and remove / replace all necessary parts to bring airplane back into compliance.
- Busy environment – requires flexibility and ability to work independently and provide support wherever needed.
- Must have ITAR documents ready to go on first day
- Candidates will be required to wear sturdy, full-cover, low heeled shoes in the shop areas
- Safety steel-toed shoes/boots
- Dresses, skirts, and jewelry are not allowed in the shop areas
JOB DESCRIPTION – FORMATTED TO BE SHARABLE
- Performs a variety of operations to assemble and make major assembly structures such as fuselage panels and bulkheads, and structural subassemblies to engineering.
- Typically performs rework created by other shops
- Typically does not perform bar line / standard in-process work
- Stabilize / balance jack system and cradles before starting skin change
- Remove and replace skins and major MRB that cannot be accepted to engineering drawings outside of normal shop environment
- Convert detail skin / structure into engineering configuration through the match drilling process
- Troubleshoot all major structural repairs per engineering and remove / replace all necessary parts to bring airplane back into compliance.
- Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete precision and other structural and system components, working from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures.
- Functional test and correct, fit form and function of assemblies and components.
- Drill out rivets
- Shoot rivets in skin panels
- Squeeze rivets common to interior structure
- Remove Hi locs
- Install Hi locs
- Perform cut and splices
- Pull holes
- Oversize holes
- Layout holes by hand
- Ability to read and interpret drawings (blueprints)
- Ability to install freeze plugs
- Install bushings
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