Performs complex production assembly operations on structural parts, mechanical assemblies, subassemblies and Aircraft Systems, equipment and accessories using manual or automated assembly tools.
Vortex Aviation is contracting with Boeing North Charleston for a Senior Aircraft System Assembly Technician for the Boeing 787 Program:
Position Responsibilities
- Use a computer in a production environment.
- Look up/read/comprehend technical work instructions, drawings and/or specifications.
- Install various parts and assemblies such as landing gear, aircraft control surfaces, exterior panels, carpets, blankets, roller trays/ball mats, stowbins, sidewalls, ceiling panels, lavatories, galleys, doors, and seats.
- Install various Aircraft System components such as tubing, valves, regulators, actuators, compressors, and ducts.
- Appropriate protective clothing/equipment determined by the task you are performing.
- Operate mechanical lifts of various types (e.g. ladders, tiger and snorkel lifts).
- Various tools such as Rivet gun and bucking bar, screwdrivers, lock bolt puller, power screwdriver, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner, Winslow, 90-Degree Power Vane, or Quackenbush and various other hand tools.
- Chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints and special finishes
- Inspect your work quality and check for FOD (Foreign Object Debris).
- Use of high impact vibratory tools (bucking/riveting).
- Climbing/balancing (stairs, ladders, poles, scaffolding, inclined surfaces), Crawling, Crouching (squatting),
- Working around energized sources (electrical equipment and hazards/shock, e.g. circuit breakers and wiring) and exposure to constant noise.
- Finger manipulation (keyboarding, other).
- Reading from a computer screen, printed drawings or documents.
- Ability to adhere to high standards of Safety and Compliance to regulation
- Carrying/Lifting up to 10-35 pounds
- Flexion/Extension (head bent down, head bent back), Handling, Kneeling, Bending at the waist, Reaching (overhead), Rotation of head/neck, Standing, Twisting at the waist and walking.
Required Experience:
Ability to work a variable shift (1st, 2nd, or 3rd )
7+ years of experience in aerospace, fabrication, or manufacturing
7+ years of aerospace systems experience with hydraulics, ICS, PECS, duct installation, IFE, interior decorative repair, waste and potable water systems.
Must be proficient in using Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook, etc.
Must have demonstrated strong effective communication, work ethic and sense of urgency for completing assigned task/work.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
10+ years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Payrate: $43 per hour
Tax Per Diem offered contractors that live 75 miles+ outside job site (Tax Per Diem: $17 taxed, $26 untaxed)
Contract: 6 Months
Drug Screening and Background check once offer is made.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $43.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Experience:
- Aircraft maintenance: 7 years (Required)
- aerospace systems: 7 years (Required)
Work Location: In person