Aircraft Mechanic​/Assembler

Assembler

Location:

West Lafayette, IN

Job : #70276

Pay Range: $45-50

"Fighter" platform experience required.

Citizenship Requirement: U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Minimum years of experience: 10

Degree Requirements: High School degree or equivalent required. Technical degree or certification in the field of aviation assembly, mechanics, or maintenance is preferred but not required.

These positions are responsible for assembling the aircraft structure, finalizing system installation for the aircraft structure, training new team members and taking an active role in defining a new, state-of-the-art production system.

As a senior level member of the team you will be responsible for helping accelerate and upskill other staff on site and sign off on work.

• Execute standardized working procedures to deliver 100% quality according to requirements to install systems and final mechanical assembly on the aircraft structure.
• Deliver work according to quality requirements and work instructions; implement the requirements in daily ways of working in a team-based environment.
• Support daily, incremental continuous improvement highlighting advancement opportunities in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale.
• General mechanical assembly and installation as required, to support other team members.
• Ability to complete functional testing of assemblies and systems.
• Handling of "Class A" surfaces which includes touch-up painting.
• Sign off when work is complete according to specification.
• Support the training and transfer knowledge to new employees.
• Contribute to a positive and productive work environment, aligned with our Company values:
  Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support.
• Other tasks as assigned.

• 10+ years of qualified mechanical experience in aeronautics or automotive manufacturing.
• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Technical degree or certification in the field of aviation assembly, mechanics, or maintenance is preferred but not required.
• Experience in delivering high levels of quality in compliance with ISO/AS9100 a plus.
• Proficiency interpreting engineering drawings and specifications in written and digital format required.
• Ability to execute the appropriate working methods and select the right tools to meet the right level of quality and efficiency.
• Ability to work with standardized procedures for high repeatability in a highly advanced and connected environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as sitting, bending, stooping, walking, climbing, reaching throughout a normal workday.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions (such as lifting or assembly of parts), including the use of handheld power tools.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds on occasion.
• Ability to work extended hours when required.

Benefits provided: 401K, medical, dental, and vision, sick time as applicable to state law.

Butler America Aerospace, LLC is proud to provide an equal opportunity workplace and be an affirmative action employer. Consider Butler because we are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We recognize that we thrive on diversity and inclusion for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and the communities where we are located. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.