Fabrication Technician

Position Purpose:

Under limited to direct supervision perform operation activities in support of experimental, structural, and flammability testing. Operation activities could utilize skillsets related to sheet metal, instrumentation/electrical, fabrication, calibrations, hydraulic/pneumatics, large structural elements, test execution, etc.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• 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 .

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Provide status to their direct supervisor of progress or help needed on assigned projects

Additional Functions:

• 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

• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• 2 years experience in aviation, manufacturing, or electronics.

Other Requirements:

• Proficient in blueprint reading/interpretation and shop mathematics.

• Experience with basic hand tools.

• Experience with CAD packages and planning systems.