Manufacturing Technician ( Hanover, MD ) 2027

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Manufacturing Technician ( Hanover, MD ) 2027
12 Month Contact

Pay rate: $20-30/hr W2
Onsite Only
US Citizenship required

Manufacturing Technician 2 to support our Panel Assembly department. Performs aerospace panel consolidation operations including honeycomb core preparation, film adhesive compaction, foaming/expanding adhesive application, adhesive mixing and bonding, honeycomb core cells adhesive filling, vacuum bagging and compaction. Uses engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specifications to fabricate flight hardware while ensuring dimensional accuracy and workmanship requirements. Supports inspection activities, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement while working closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Program teams.

Nice To Have
Adhesive Bonding
Blueprint Reading
Handling/Processing Aluminum Honeycomb Core
Metal Bonding
vacuum bagging

Responsibilities
Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies. Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment. Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Works with engineers in conducting experiments.

Basic Qualifications for Manufacturing Technician 2
High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum 2 years' previous honeycomb panel fabrication or aerospace mechanical assembly experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude to include the ability to read and interpret drawings
Experience with hand tools and good math/geometry skills.
Candidate must be able to read and follow written manufacturing instructions and technical procedures.
Operate equipment such as hand tools and power machinery for processing metals, composites and wood.
Able to work while on cure cart platens as well as above on diving boards for brief periods of time.
Must work closely with lead technicians and supervisor to meet build requirements and schedules.
Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
Demonstrates high level of concern for safety of self and others.
Willing to work flexible schedules as needed to meet delivery dates