Aircraft Flammability Tech (sheetmetal)

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AVTECH Global

Aircraft Flammability Tech (sheetmetal)

Savannah, GA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH Global) is looking for an Aircraft Flammability Tech (sheetmetal).

    Pay Rate: $25.66 to $28.75 per hour (depending on experience, location, etc.)

    Job Type: Full-time, Contract

    Contract Duration: 12 months (w/opportunity for extension)

    Benefits:

    • coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan
    • eight (8) paid holidays
    • per diem split (if qualified)
    • three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable)
    • opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days
    • 401(k) with matching

    Experience/Education:

    • High School diploma/GED.
    • Experience requirement ranges from one (1) year of basic sheetmetal experience to two (2) plus years of basic sheetmetal experience.

    Unique Skills:

    • Valid driver's license may be required.
    • Participation in a DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program may be required.

    Purpose:

    Perform operation activities in support of experimental, structural, and flammability testing. Operation activities could utilize skillsets related to sheetmetal, instrumentation/electrical, fabrication, calibrations, hydraulic/pneumatics, large structural elements, test execution, etc.

    Level I Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

    • Utilizing various skills, assemble and maintain complex test lab fixture and equipment.
    • Assemble, inspect, and repair complex test articles and specimens.
    • Assist with test executions.
    • Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
    • Begin to learn the experimental test process and internal lab SOPs and WMs.
    • Learn various systems and capabilities used throughout the lab.
    • Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Sometimes coordinating directly with test engineering.
    • Provide status to their direct supervisor of progress or help needed on assigned projects.
    • Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
    • Follow standard operating procedures when operating company and lab equipment.
    • Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
    • Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility.
    • Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
    • Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work in confined areas, and lift up to 50 lbs.

    Level II Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

    • Utilizing various skills, assemble and maintain complex test lab fixture and equipment.
    • Assemble, inspect, and repair complex test articles and specimens.
    • Assist with test executions.
    • Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
    • Show understanding of the experimental test process and internal lab SOPs and WMs.
    • Shows basic knowledge in some systems and capabilities used throughout the lab.
    • Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Sometimes coordinating directly with test engineering.
    • Provide status to their direct supervisor of progress or help needed on assigned projects.
    • Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
    • Follow standard operating procedures when operating company and lab equipment.
    • Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
    • Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility.
    • Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
    • Experience with CAD packages and planning systems.
    • Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
    • Must have a good working knowledge of computers and experience working with Microsoft Office suite.

    Other Requirements:

    • Proficient in blueprint reading/interpretation and shop mathematics.
    • Experience with basic hand tools.
    • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.