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PDS Defense Rapid Response Mechanic in Wichita, Kansas

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Rapid Response Mechanic Wichita, KS Posted: 9/20/2024

Job Description

Job ID#:

207747

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

2

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Rapid Response Mechanic (Aircraft Heavy Structures), in Wichita, KS.

Job Description:

Performs a variety of operations to assemble and make major assembly structures such as fuselage panels and bulkheads, and structural subassemblies to engineering.

Typically performs rework created by other shops

Typically, does not perform bar line / standard in-process work

Stabilize / balance jack system and cradles before starting skin change

Remove and replace skins and major MRB that cannot be accepted to engineering drawings outside of normal shop environment

Convert detail skin / structure into engineering configuration through the match drilling process

Troubleshoot all major structural repairs per engineering and remove / replace all necessary parts to bring airplane back into compliance.

Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete precision and other structural and system components, working from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures. Functional test and correct, fit form and function of assemblies and components.

  1. Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, verbal and electronic information.

  2. Use shop mathematics and precision measuring and or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components.

  3. Utilize tooling in the assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items.

  4. Verify work performed is per work instructions and meets process and/or engineering specification. Identify discrepancies found per applicable procedure.

  5. Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure.

  6. Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., where applicable, replacing machine filters, changing standard light bulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).

  7. Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, move product to the next operation within a building.

  8. Perform work within allotted schedules.

  9. Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees at all classification levels.

  10. Assist in the training of other assembly personnel in assembly, installation and inspections techniques.

  11. Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified. Level C Employee must have the skill and knowledge to perform in all the general functions of the Assembly Mechanic listed below: Assembly/Installation Structures Sub Assembly Sealer

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act

  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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