Composite mechanic job description

• Contract 12 mos. - potential for extended term
• Medical, dental, and vision plan with United Healthcare
• Robust 401K
• Potential for bonuses
• Sick pay, and holiday pay for those who qualify

Summary:

The Structures Company is seeking an experienced Composite Assembly Mechanic - A&P to support our commercial space operations department.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of maintenance manual definition for vehicle systems and structures.
• Responsible for accomplishing assigned preventive maintenance and repair work on the space flight system vehicles.
• Trimming/finishing of composite assemblies
• Assembly of structures including setup, bonding and fastener applications
• Surface prep, hand abrade and power abrasion techniques
• Laminate assemblies by determining proper placement of composite materials per approved documentation
• Prepare parts for bagging
• Vacuum bag processing, bonding, and elevated temperature curing
• Making basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions using calipers, micrometers, precision scales and torque wrenches
• Repairing existing composite laminate assemblies with approved process specifications and repair instructions, to include close tolerance scarf repairs.

Required Skills:

• Must have a valid FAA approved Airframe and Powerplant license (A&P License).
• Must be familiar with procedures applicable to the various phases of maintenance.
• 3 years of composite experience

Desired Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years with layup, bonding, or assembly of composites with at least 2 years of experience with composite tooling materials.
• Must have the ability to assume responsibility for proper administration of policies and procedures.Must be able to work under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

As part of our commitment to health and safety, COVID-19 vaccines are required for current U.S. teammates, as well as all newly hired employees.

As of October 1, 2021, all new hires must be able to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, ( “fully vaccinated” means at least two weeks have expired since receiving the vaccination’s last dose as recommended by the manufacturer) . If you are offered employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire.

The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, aircraft

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Spirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense customers. With headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, Spirit operates sites in the U.S., U.K., France and Malaysia. The company's core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components for the world's premier aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems focuses on affordable, innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions to support customers around the globe.
Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

+ Work within a team and independently to build composite structure details and assemblies using carbon and other composite materials

+ Work to instructions from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures, to assure the timely delivery of quality products to the customer

+ Perform multi-tasking and multi-machine operation where applicable

+ Work on platforms up to ten feet above the ground

+ Work in confined spaces

+ Work over head

+ Work within a team environment

+ Proficient use of technology i.e. computer, phones, laser projection, digital vacuum gauges

+ Use hand pressure and small tools to form and contour lay-up

+ Ability to use tools such as scissors, knives, pushing tools, markers, and other small tools

+ Maintain a clean working environment and clean as you go

Preferred:

+ Composite experience

+ Wet Layup, graphite

+ Vacuum bagging of complex parts

+ Basic knowledge of SAP

+ Working with hand tools

+ Fiberglass

+ Epoxy-resin

+ Composite sanding

Qualifications

Requirements:

+ This role requires US Citizenship

+ Candidates must have an active DoD security clearance

+ Candidates must be able to maintain a DoD security clearance

+ Candidates must be able to secure Program access approval

+ All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks and some weekends

Spirit AeroSystems is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Job LocationsUS-KS-Wichita


Posted Date 2 months ago (8/5/2022 5:57 PM)

Category Manufacturing

The Composites Mechanic performs aircraft maintenance and/or repairs within estimated time and in accordance with applicable "HAECO Americas", FAA, and customer standards of quality. This includes organizing his or her work plan in an efficient and resourceful manner. The Composites Mechanic is responsible to work in a safe manner, eliminating waste, and delivering a quality product on time.
1. Fabricate parts as required.

2. Layout and perform complex structural repairs.

3. Follow all applicable specifications to accomplish a specific task.

4. Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

5. Perform work within estimated hours.

6. Follow all safety procedures and specifications.

7. Execute all required paperwork in connection with assigned normal duties.

8. Use and operate ground support equipment, as applicable and if qualified, in a safe manner.

9. Work with little or no supervision and accomplish assignments with little or no rework.

10. Assist other employees in the performance of their job assignments through coaching, counseling, and guidance.

11. Interface effectively with members of management, other departments, and co-workers.

SECONDARY DUTIES:

12. Perform other work as instructed by the Composites Team Leader or Lead, if qualified.

13. Act as an Composites Team Leader or Composites Lead when required and if qualified for the position.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Must provide own tools as indicated on company tool list.

Language (read, write, speak, and understand English).

Two (2) or more years technical experience in a composite repair/manufacture or aviation related metal bond composite environment or two (2) or more years proven experience with HAECO.

PREFERRED:

FAA Airframe and Powerplant or FAA Airframe certificate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Subject to noise in excess of 85 dB

Be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and/or stand for prolonged periods of time and climb ladders and/or service stands.

May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and requires the use of all safety equipment.

Must be able to breathe through a full face respirator.

Job required participation in the DOT random drug and alcohol testing program.

Normal or corrected hearing.

Capable of lifting fifty (50) pounds.

Minimum visual acuity of 20/40 corrected.

Other details

* Job Family Direct
* Job Function Backshops
* Pay Type Hourly

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