Aircraft Build and Integration Technologist (A&P Technician)

Aurora Flight Sciences Aviation is looking for talented mechanics, technicians, and fabricators to join our Integration and Assembly team. In this role, you will assemble parts, components, harnesses, avionics, structure modifications, interiors, landing gear and propulsion systems into the final aircraft as needed to prepare it for flight test and final sell off to delivery. You will have the appropriate technical expertise to build and integrate manned and unmanned air vehicles. These individual tasks will be relayed to you by a Lead or Crew Chief. This environment is fast paced, highly exciting, educational and extremely fulfilling to those that chose to work in it.

Key Responsibilities/ Requirements:

• Must support on-site operations in Aurora Flight Sciences’ Manassas Head Quarters 5-days a week.
• Proven understanding of mechanical assemblies, electronic components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions
• Understand and show expertise in the use of measurement tools.
• Understand and show expertise in proper inspection methodology and application to verify and validate the acceptability of inspected items meeting requirements.
• Familiarity with aircraft systems, standard aircraft hardware.
• Pre-inspect work of others prior to submitting to quality assurance inspection.
• Must be able easily identify and perform high quality work.
• Needs to be familiar with and can identify all the components needed for complete mechanical, hydraulic and electrical assemblies
• Understanding of the different requirements for producing both flight worthy production parts and research & development parts respectively.
• Must be able to teach and mentor others.
• Experienced in both working independently and being a trainer
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced understanding of production processes, test equipment and tools.
• Experience working within strong quality assurance processes.
• Able to multi-task on various projects and maintain accuracy of data while doing so.
• Must be detail oriented and have strong organizational skills.
• Support Engineering Test and Flight Ops as required.
• Must strictly adhere to all FOD policies and procedures.
• Must have a strong propensity for proper tool control.
• Must utilize a tool sign in and out process for tools brought into the workspace that are not in a shadowed toolbox.
• Must adhere to all chemical safety procedures .
• Must be responsive to chemical cabinet awareness cleanliness and organization.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.

Aurora Company Overview

Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora’s innovation is combined with Boeing’s size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Aurora Total Rewards

At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.