Aircraft Structures Skin Repair

JOB TITLE: Aircraft Structures Skin Repair
LOCATION: Wichita, KS
PAY RATE: $55.00 – 56.00/hr

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (3 months with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Assembles, installs, seals, rigs, inspects, and completes precision structural and system components using drawings, process specifications, and quality control requirements.

• Functional tests and corrects fit, form, and function of assemblies and components.

• Obtains required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, and verbal or electronic data.

• Uses shop mathematics and precision measuring or test instruments to complete work and functional tests.

• Utilizes tooling to assemble components into sub-assemblies or end items.

• Verifies work meets engineering specifications and identifies discrepancies per applicable procedures.

• Ensures equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure and performs routine minor machine maintenance (filters, bulbs, lubrication, coolant).

• Moves product within work area and performs transactions to advance product to next operation.

• Sets up and operates conventional or Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) and fastening equipment (e.g., drivematic processes) with less than simultaneous 3-axis movement.

• Performs specialty skills including Assembly or Installation of Structures, Sealer, Sub Assembly, Doors, Integral Fuel Cell Sealing, Precision Bench Assembly, and Pressure and Vacuum testing.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• 11+ years of related experience (minimum 10 years considered).

• Ability to assemble, install, seal, rig, and inspect precision structural and system components.

• Proficiency reading and interpreting prints, charts, sketches, and work instructions.

• Ability to use shop mathematics and precision measuring or test instruments.

• Experience with tooling for assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items.

• Ability to verify work per engineering specifications and identify discrepancies.

• Experience performing routine machine maintenance and Total Preventative Maintenance duties.

• Ability to set up and operate conventional or CNC fastening equipment.

• Skill in one or more specialties: Assembly/Installation of Structures, Sealer, Sub Assembly, Doors, Integral Fuel Cell Sealing, Precision Bench Assembly, Pressure and Vacuum testing.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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