Assembly Technician (Aerospace) 1st shift

Title Aerospace Assembly Technician (1st shift) About the Organization Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms. EOE Statement Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer. Description FUNCTION:In an assigned area or cell, work with limited supervision to perform the assembly of Production aircraft parts as well as the teardown, and assembly of Overhaul & Repair designated aircraft parts.TYPICAL DUTIES:Performs fitting and assembly operations on various production aircraft parts.Performs teardown and assembly of overhaul & repair aircraft parts.Cleans and applies special adhesives to materials resulting in a permanent bonding of the materials. Sets up and controls furnace temperature in accordance with established specifications.Must be capable of reading and interpreting blueprints, operation sheets, technical specifications and overhaul manuals.Maintains necessary records and files.Works with limited supervision.Assists operators in a lower classification on assembly techniques as needed.Performs temporary part marking, In process transfer marking and final part parking operations using Vibro Engraving, Electro-chemical Etch, Ink Stamp, Dot-Peening, and Paint marking with suitable legibility to meet drawing or customer specification requirementsWorks under supervision with salary and hourly support groups to address the most complex problems.Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action.Actively participate in various aspects of Lean production and Continuous Improvement projects that drive efficiency improvements.Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals' skills. Position Requirements Shift First Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location Applied Aerospace & Defense, Newington Category Manufacturing Req Number MAN-26-00003 Position Assembler Aircraft A Close Date Post Internal Days 0 Number of Openings 1 Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Hiring Manager(s) This position is currently accepting applications.Apply Now