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Riveter Defense LLC

Aircraft Mechanic II

Patuxent River, MD · On-site

$32.50 - $42.50/hr

About Riveter Defense LLC Riveter Defense is a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in McKinney, Texas. We provide engineering, information technology, logistical, and management services ...

FTHR

Assembler Interiors I

Cresco, IA · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

Utilizing riveter, chop saw and batter powers drill to attaching aluminum and wood trim in and outside of finished product * Utilizing riveter, chop saw and batter powers drill to attaching walls ...

Nucor

Commercial Track Teammate 1st Shift

Arthur, IL · On-site

$32.97/hr

Riveter - operates a riveter and rivets anything needed on the track set, including angles on horizontals, jam brackets, and clip per production list specifications. Backman - bolts anything needed ...

Nucor

Commercial Track Teammate 2nd Shift

Arthur, IL

$34.57/hr

Riveter - operates a riveter and rivets anything needed on the track set, including angles on horizontals, jam brackets, and clip per production list specifications. Backman - bolts anything needed ...

Nucor

Commercial Track Teammate 2nd Shift

Arthur, IL · On-site

$34.57/hr

Table Roles: • Riveter - operates a riveter and rivets anything needed on the track set, including angles on horizontals, jam brackets, and clip per production list specifications. • Backman ...

Persona Signs LLC

Assembler

Madison, SD

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

Job Responsibilities Operate and maintain power shears, grinders, sanders, router, hipot tester, screw gun, drill, air riveter, and other tools. Use overhead crane to move large frames and use ...

Mancan

Machine Operator

Mansfield, OH

$17.95/hr

This position involves repetitive tasks and requires operating 5-6 different machines, including a riveter, Norlock, press brakes, and a co-latch. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail ...

Persona Signs, LLC

Assembler

Madison, SD · On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

Job Responsibilities · Operate and maintain power shears, grinders, sanders, router, hipot tester, screw gun, drill, air riveter, and other tools. · Use overhead crane to move large frames and use ...

Persona Signs

Assembler

Madison, SD · On-site

$18/hr

Job Responsibilities • Operate and maintain power shears, grinders, sanders, router, hipot tester, screw gun, drill, air riveter, and other tools. • Use overhead crane to move large frames and ...

Mancan

Machine Operator

Mount Vernon, OH

$17.95/hr

This position involves repetitive tasks and requires operating 5-6 different machines, including a riveter, Norlock, press brakes, and a co-latch. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail ...

Allentown LLC

FLO-VENT ASSEMBLERS

Allentown, NJ · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Ability to use screw guns, air tools, pop-riveter, belt sanders, a plus. * Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings. * Must be able to work in a fast-paced high volume production ...

Lennox International

Assembler

Bay Shore, NY

$17 - $19/hr

Knowledgeable in the operation of JDS/JD assembly machine, Riveter, Bracket Machine and small presses. * Ensure the inspection of material as it is being fabricated. * Maintain and record daily ...

Avail Infrastructure Solutions

WSI Boilermaker

Suwanee, GA · On-site

$24 - $29/hr

... air); riveter; caulker; heater; bucker; and moocher (who inspects welding and riveting); operators of any kind of inspection or testing equipment. A helper is one who helps at any of the above ...

WSI

WSI Boilermaker

Suwanee, GA · On-site

$24 - $29/hr

... air); riveter; caulker; heater; bucker; and moocher (who inspects welding and riveting); operators of any kind of inspection or testing equipment. A helper is one who helps at any of the above ...

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A Riveter is a skilled tradesperson who assembles metal parts by fastening them together using rivets. This job is commonly found in industries like construction, aerospace, and shipbuilding, where strong, permanent joints are required. Riveters typically use hand tools, pneumatic rivet guns, or hydraulic presses to install rivets securely. The role requires precision, attention to detail, and the ability to read blueprints or technical drawings.

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A typical day for a Riveter involves working on a production floor or in an assembly setting, fastening materials together using hand or power tools according to detailed blueprints and specifications. Riveters often collaborate with other assembly team members, quality inspectors, and supervisors to ensure that the finished product meets required standards. You may work shifts and occasionally handle repetitive tasks while maintaining safety and efficiency. The role often requires standing for long periods, using protective gear, and adhering to strict safety guidelines. This structured environment fosters teamwork and offers opportunities for learning new skills or moving into lead or supervisory roles over time.

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To thrive as a Riveter, you need good manual dexterity, attention to detail, and basic mechanical aptitude, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with pneumatic riveting tools, safety equipment, and blueprint reading is typically required and sometimes enhanced with on-the-job training or certifications in manufacturing safety. Strong teamwork, good communication skills, and reliability help riveters excel in collaborative, assembly line environments. These combined skills enable riveters to produce quality work, maintain safety standards, and efficiently meet production goals.

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Aircraft Mechanic II

Riveter Defense LLC

Patuxent River, MD • On-site

$32.50 - $42.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

About Riveter Defense LLC
Riveter Defense is a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in McKinney, Texas. We provide engineering, information technology, logistical, and management services for our federal and state customers.
Built on the fundamentals of excellence, effective, and efficient client-based solutions, we provide direct support to numerous Department of Defense (DoD) clients. Our elite team of experts provides quality professional and technical services at competitive costs. Utilizing the fundamental approach of integration in team building, we integrate with our clients to produce and provide the most effective solutions for their respective requirements. Our unique abilities and agile business model allow us to provide our clients with on-time, on-target solutions while allowing for change and the evolutionary nature of the business and battle spaces.
Bedrocked in our principles of Vision, Value, and Virtue we take pride in delivering industry-leading services that will support and enhance our clients.
Job Description
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions in various aircraft systems and performs general maintenance of assigned aircraft.
  • Performs daily and pre-flight checks to ensure aircraft meets flight safety standards.
  • Services, repairs, and overhauls aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure airworthiness.
  • Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand-tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet-metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills.
  • Reads and interprets manufacturers' and service maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. Inspects turbine blades to detect cracks or breaks.
  • Tests engine operation, using testing equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, and ammeter, to locate source of malfunction.
  • Replaces or repairs worn or damaged components, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
  • Removes engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck.
  • Disassembles and inspects parts for wear, warping, or other defects.
  • Repairs or replaces defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in aircraft.
  • Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring systems and aircraft accessories.
  • Performs complex troubleshooting on Avionics/Electrical mission systems using test equipment.
  • Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
  • May service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
  • May specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies.
  • May specialize in engine repair.
  • Perform check out, removal and replacement of Cartridge Activated Devices (CAD).

Qualifications
  • Education: High School Education or equivalent. Specialty Training courses applicable to the functional area.
  • Experience: Minimum of four (4) years recent experience on H-60, H-3, S-92 rotary wing aircraft. A&P License/FAA Certification preferred but not required. Rotary Wing Aircraft experience required, S-92, H-3 and H-60 experience preferred H-3A/D and/or H-60 B/F/N series experience desired. Shall have experience supporting Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and Integrated Test Teams (ITT). Experience must be within the last five years.
  • Knowledge: Working knowledge of military publications, drawings, blueprints, microfilm, diagrams and schematics are mandatory. Must be knowledgeable of supply procedures, IMRL accounting as well as Aircraft and Engine Log Books and Aircraft Accounting system.
  • Security Clearance: Must be U. S. citizen. Must be eligible to obtain a Top Secret clearance and YW access.
  • Other Requirements:
    • Individuals released from Military Service with other than "Honorable Discharges" do not meet minimum qualifications.
    • Personnel performing under this contract shall meet the applicable qualifications and certifications specified in the DCMAINST 8210.1 and CNAFINST 4790.2 series instructions.

Riveter Defense offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flexible Schedules, 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, and more!

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