What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Craftsman Sheet Metal Technician position at KIHOMAC?
- Perform all phases of aircraft structural repair to include manufacturing parts and assemblies, including:
- Identification and fabrication of tooling, jig/fixture requirements and support
- Input/review of engineering designs, work with engineers to write work instructions
- Interpret military specifications, FAA regulations and read/understand aircraft drawings/blueprints
- Working knowledge of installation/removal of solid rivets, blind rivets, hi-lok, rivet nuts and specialty fasteners
- Use of bending, cutting, shrinking/stretching machine, press brake, metal shears, hand and pneumatic tools, specialty tooling and ability to create/modify tooling
- Ability to work within specified tolerances, drilling holes and reaming holes to final size
- Utilize knowledge of in-process inspection procedures, inspection of parts/assemblies to meet military specifications
- Oversee test or project events as assigned by Production Manager, report status and results.
- Must be able to multi task and work multiple projects daily
- Other duties as assigned
Education/Training:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline preferred
Experience:
- 10 years of professional experience in the required task area required
Security:
- Must be a US citizen
- Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required
Physical Requirements:
- Able to assess, install, and modify equipment, and inspect machinery
- Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls
- Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements
- Prolonged periods of standing while operating machinery
- Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned task
- Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds at a time
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
