Bonder Tech

Position Summary:

The Bonder Tech applies basic and some advanced technical skills and knowledge to fabricate, rework and repair metallic or nonmetallic bonded parts for operational aircraft applications. Performs any of the detailed work operations required to be completed in this area of specialization.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs bonding of metallic or nonmetallic materials to fabricate parts for aircraft applications using products and processes are varied but generally not complex in scope. The level of work performed requires some skill and experience. Works under regular supervision applying standard procedures and solutions to meet work requirements. Priorities are determined by management.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, drawings, manuals, specifications sketches, job orders, planning documents and engineering drawings.
• Determines equipment requirements and the method and sequences of operation to be followed in fabrication of parts using materials such as graphite, fiberglass, plastic, boron, flock, mat, epoxy resins, rubber and like materials.
• Plans, lays out, fabricates and builds adhesive bonded assemblies of metallic and nonmetallic composite materials. Fabricate composite and metal parts into subassemblies for the purpose of prefitting in preparation for bonding/curing in presses, ovens, and autoclaves. Lays out, prefits, assemble and performs lay-up on a variety of metal to metal and composite bonded assemblies.
• Fits core in panels where close tolerances are required for installation of details for completion of assembly.
• Performs vacuum bagging for Autoclave cures up to 100 psi.
• Lays out and marks dimensions and reference lines on material to develop and trace patterns of product or parts, or uses templates.
• Selects tooling and materials compatible with the processing techniques identified in the work instructions.
• Ancillary Functions and Responsibilities: Performs other duties as required. These duties may include assignments in job classifications other than the primary assignment.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrate competency in applying the following in performing normal job duties:
  Reading and interpreting work instructions, properly documenting work performed on such documents as process planning, adhesive log sheets, Material Review Board documents, Engineering Work Orders, Change Notices, Engineering Process Specifications, technical manuals and like documentation.
• Use small hand tools and machinery.
• Use close tolerance measuring tools i.e. scales, micrometers, calipers, depth gages and like tools.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds, stand frequently, reach with arms, and use close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust.

Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Two or more years of bonding experience preferred

Location Profile:

Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Helicomb International is a leading Tier II Supplier specializing in the manufacturing and repair of composite and metal bonded parts, sub-assemblies and assemblies for the global aerospace and defense industries.