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Karman Space & Defense

Assembly Technician I

Mukilteo, WA · On-site

$22.50 - $31/hr

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical ... The Assembly Technician supports hands-on production, engineering, and manufacturing activities by ...

BLACKOUT DEFENSE

Trigger Assembly Technician

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Training & development Blackout Defense is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Trigger Assembly Technician to join our manufacturing team. This role focuses on the assembly, inspection, tuning, and ...

Kform

Assembly Technician

Sterling, VA

$22 - $25/hr

About Kform Kform is a next-generation defense manufacturer that engineers and manufactures mission ... The Assembly Technician will work from engineering drawings, bills of material, work instructions ...

CX2

Assembly Technician

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

S. Department of Defense. As an Assembly Technician you will be instrumental in assembling our drones and electronics assemblies. Your day to day will consist of working with engineers and ...

CX2

Assembly Technician

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

S. Department of Defense. As an Assembly Technician you will be instrumental in assembling our drones and electronics assemblies. Your day to day will consist of working with engineers and ...

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Spirit Defense - Mid-Level Assembly Mechanic (Underwing)

Wichita, KS • On-site

Spirit AeroSystems
Machinery Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 25 days ago

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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

Overview
This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit's Defense Business Unit ("Spirit Defense"). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.
Responsibilities
Position Responsibilities:
  • Assemble, form, functional test and inspection of parts and assemblies into end-items, working from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures, to assure the timely delivery of quality products to the customer. Perform tasks such as multi-tasking where applicable.
  • Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, verbal and electronic information.
  • Use shop mathematics and precision measuring and or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components.
  • Utilize tooling in the assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items.
  • Verify work performed is per work instructions and meets process and/or engineering specification. Identify discrepancies found per applicable procedure.
  • Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure.
  • 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).
  • 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.
  • Perform work within allotted schedules.
  • Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees at all classification levels.
  • Assist in the training of other assembly personnel in assembly, installation and inspections techniques.
  • Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified.

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
  • Ability to obtain Special Program Access
  • Willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks and some weekends
  • Ability to work on concrete floors, uneven surfaces, and in confined spaces, as well as walk on open floor beams, climb on stairs/scaffolding, crawl/kneel in workstation, and lift/move parts and/or tools

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • 6 months of aircraft structural sheet metal or composite assembly experience OR have successfully completed Aero Structural Training.
  • Operate measurement and testing equipment, machines, and devices in accordance with established procedures.
  • Load, locate, and unload, parts, and assemblies.
  • Operate measurement and testing equipment, machines, and devices in accordance with established procedures.
  • Disassemble and prepare assemblies to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies. Drill, saw, file, sand, build up, trim, fit, and fasten parts to meet production requirements utilizing any required hand or power tools.
  • Fabricate, assemble, and install systems elements.
  • Maintain or repair tools, shop aids, equipment, and facilities as necessary to accomplish work assignments including first-level maintenance on machines and equipment.

Union:
This is a union-represented position.
Drug Free Workplace:
We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range: $23.66/hour, with potential to earn up to $39.32/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

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