Structural Mech

Job Description:

High School Diploma or GED required. 1 year of related structural assembly experience. Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred. One year of experience credit considered for graduates of the Savannah Tech Aircraft Structures Technical Certificate Program.

In a team-oriented work environment, under moderate supervision, performs a variety of structural assembly operations in a production department.

• Perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensure parts/assemblies meet FAA requirements, customer specifications, and
  *** standards of quality.
• Rivet structural assemblies and parts, including sheet metal parts, using all tools required to do the job (e.g., portable riveting guns, pneumatic guns, pneumatic drills, countersinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets).
• Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type, size, and hole pattern for rivets.
• Check all work and ensure a defect‑free assembly prior to final inspection.
• Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g., MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs). Use resource planning systems to enter daily labor against correct Work Order and Item numbers.
• Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, support the company 5S Program, and comply with all safety regulations.
• Work under moderate supervision on duties and tasks.
• Support Lean Activities.

• Additional Functions.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g., YIAW, Kaizen events, etc.).
• Keep shop and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
• Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools as assigned by Supervisor.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Basic knowledge of various aircraft structures, sheet metal, and fabrication processes.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints.
• Read and interpret 6" scale.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to read a scale and perform basic shop math.
• Read and comprehend basic documents and instructions.
• Must have essential personal skills, which include an aptitude for hands‑on craftwork, a professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with people, and the ability to meet demanding schedules.
• Must demonstrate good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Ability to work with composite resins and materials.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work any shift.
• Must be able to climb ladders, stands, and stairs, and work in small spaces and/or restricted areas.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.