Airframe Structures Mechanic/ Little Rock, Arkansas

• Work from blueprints, sketches, diagrams, CATIA models, or verbal instructions.
• Performs calculations for angles, circumference, diameter, and bend allowances, using shop math to
• fabricate and/or install complete or major assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Modifies completed assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Performs check of fabricated items and/or checkout of systems installed.
• Utilizes aircraft tooling to perform precision sheet metal operations and installations.
• Install interior shell panels and completes various interior operations.
• Sets up and operates standard shop equipment.
• Recommends and suggests improved production methods.
• Works in a safe manner in accordance with OSHA and Company Safety procedures.
• Cleans work area and aircraft to eliminate and control FOD (Foreign Object Debris).
• Makes proper entries in Production and Planning Logs and documents all work in computerized system.
• Completes assigned jobs in prescribed time.
• Conceives, manufactures and adapts installation tools, to improve repetitiveness and work hours.
• Protects aircraft components.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have at least two (2) years of aircraft manufacturing experience with courses in sheet metal 
   services from a technical school / military or five (5) years of aircraft manufacturing / production 
   experience to substitute for the sheet metal course requirement.
• Able to work from drawings, sketches, pictures, or verbal specifications.
• Must be able to use calibrated tools, measuring devices, and set up and operate standard shop equipment. 
• Able to enter or exit aircraft work stands in a safe manner. 
• Able to work from adjustable height stands in a safe manner and be able to climb steps to 
   approximately 25 feet in height, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to use motorized portable personnel lifts that extend up to 25 feet in height. 
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. 

ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience applying adhesive materials.
• Experience with material shaping and forming.
• Experience using air tools and equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work location for this position is mainly in a climate-controlled hangar with occasional outside work.