Mechanics fabricate and assemble aircraft interior panels, stowage bins, sidewalls, closets, and other assemblies manufactured from honeycomb core, fiberglass, aluminum, and other materials.
Make vinyl laminate layups after assembly operations have been developed by higher graded employees.
Attach and adjust thermocouple leads and vacuum controls and operate platens to perform bonding of decorative vinyl laminates and panels.
Obtain and verify kitted (pre-picked) detail parts, standards, and assemblies were issued correctly.
Ensure that parts issued are effective for the airplane and are free of visible defects.
Set up assembly tools per tooling instructions or drawing.
Select drill bits, reamers and/or countersinking tools for pilot and full size holes.
Drill pilot holes using drill motor and proper size drill bit(s).
Drill, ream, countersink full size holes in parts/assemblies, in proper sequence and to correct size using drill motor.
Set countersinking tools to proper depth.
Apply sealant, alodine, primer, adhesives and special finishes.
Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner.
Determine and obtain correct type and size fasteners.
Install fasteners in correct sequence per drawing, using correct tools (e.g., rivet gun and bucking bar, drill motor, power screwdriver, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner).
Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing.
Obtain appropriate work order, engineering drawing(s) and plan for assigned job. Locate parts on assembly tools, mating parts and/or assemblies per drawing.