Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS)
Aerospace
AssemblyMechanic
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“Assembly Mechanic at Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS). Skills: Structural assembly, Sheet metal assembly, Reading engineering drawings, Using hand and power tools. Assemble, install, and test structural components and systems. Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications”
Industry & Context.
Excellent problem-solving skills; Identify and resolve design or assembly issues; Troubleshoot and repair structural malfunctions or defects
Physical Demands: Crawling, Lying Down, Forceful grasping, Lifting, pushing, pulling, supporting up to 35lbs, Bending at the waist, kneeling, crouching, squatting, reaching, Exposure to noise, hazardous chemicals, moving parts, working on elevated and/or uneven surfaces, Use of personal protective equipment for face/eyes and ears may be required, climbing, balancing, stooping, working on ladders., Must be able to work any shift, as assigned., Hourly position governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement., New employees will be considered on probation for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days., Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process, Drug Free Workplace, 100% onsite
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience with aircraft structural parts fabrication, assembly processes and procedures, Experience with sheet metal assemblies, drilling, countersinking, riveting, and fastener installation, Experience in electrical assembly installation, Experience in assembly or mechanical work, Experience using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools
Nice to Have
Aircraft assembly experience, Experience in reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications
What You'll Do.
and test structural components and systems
Read and interpret engineering drawings
and technical specifications
Assemble structural components
Assemble precision assemblies
Set up and operate ream fixtures
Install press fit bushings and force fit bushings
Assemble production aircraft and spacecraft parts
Install aircraft equipment
support equipment or power plant equipment
Install structural components into production aircraft
Test assembled structural systems
Assemble aircraft and/or spacecraft structures or support equipment structures
Perform skilled assembly operations
Troubleshoot and repair structural malfunctions or defects
Maintain accurate records of assembly activities
Adhere to safety protocols
Maintain a clean and organized work area
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with engineers and other team members to identify and resolve design or assembly issues
Full Job Description
Assembly Mechanic **Company:** **Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS)** has an exciting opportunity for Assembly Mechanics in Berkeley, MO! The primary responsibility of this role is to assemble, install, and test structural components and systems according to engineering specifications and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural assembly, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. **_Position Responsibilities:_** Individual job duties may include, but are not limited to: * Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to understand assembly requirements for structural components. * Assemble structural components, including beams, frames, panels, brackets, and other structural elements, using hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments. * Assemble precision assemblies, set up and operate ream fixtures to drill, ream, countersink, spot face, hone and bore for mating major assemblies. * Install press fit bushings and force fit bushings. File, fit, hone, ream, drill, tap, saw, burr and adjust. * Assemble a variety of production aircraft and spacecraft parts and install aircraft equipment, support equipment or power plant equipment. * Install structural components into production aircraft ensuring proper alignment and connection. * Test assembled structural systems to ensure functionality, safety, and compliance with quality standards. * Assemble aircraft and/or spacecraft structures or aircraft and/or spacecraft support equipment structures with or without the aid of jigs and fixtures by drilling, reaming, countersinking, stop countersinking, dimpling as assigned, burring, fastening, filing, filling, fitting, aligning, trimming, shimming and remove surface defects as assigned. * Perform skilled assembly operations such as: shimming, fitting, trimming and aligning which may vary considerably from one assembly to
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