Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS)
Defense, Space and Security
AssemblyMechanic
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“Assembly Mechanic at Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS). Skills: structural assembly, assembly processes and procedures, reading engineering drawings and blueprints. assemble, install, and test structural components and systems according to engineering specifications and industry standards. Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure functionality, safety, and compliance with quality standards
Industry & Context.
excellent problem-solving skills; Troubleshoot and repair structural malfunctions or defects in assembled systems
Must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C. F. R. § 120. 15 is required., Physical Demands: Limited (0-1 Hrs) Crawling, Lying Down (back, front, side), Forceful grasping, Occasional (1-3 Hrs) Requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and supporting up to 35lbs, Bending at the waist, kneeling, crouching, squatting, reaching., Frequent (3-6 hrs) exposure to Noise., Exposure to noise, hazardous chemicals, moving parts and occasional exposure to high/exposed places., Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling up to 35 lbs., Frequent standing, reaching, handling, and turning., Working on elevated and/or uneven surfaces., Requires eye, hearing and other personal protective equipment, frequent (up to 8 hours) of standing, occasional (1-3 Hrs) climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting and working on ladders., Use of personal protective equipment for face/eyes and ears may be required., Must be able to work any shift, as assigned., New employees will be considered on probation for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days., Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of any required training and the probationary period., Must be able to work any shift assigned.
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 according to engineering specifications and industry standards
Read and interpret engineering drawings
and technical specifications
Assemble structural components
and other structural elements
Assemble precision assemblies
set up and operate ream fixtures to drill
hone and bore for mating major assemblies
Install press fit bushings and force fit bushings
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
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
shimming and remove surface defects as assigned
Perform skilled assembly operations such as: shimming
trimming and aligning which may vary considerably from one assembly to another as with fairings and the mating of major realigning or replacing ribs
bulkheads or stringers in skinned establishing from blue-prints with or without firm callouts
station and water blind pick up of hole locations for blank parts from existing correcting cans
wrinkles in outer skins and remove surface defects as assigned
Troubleshoot and repair structural malfunctions or defects in assembled systems
Maintain accurate records of assembly activities
including component inventory
Adhere to safety protocols and 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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