Manufacturing Technician

Performs aerospace panel consolidation operations including honeycomb core preparation, film adhesive compaction, foaming/expanding adhesive application, adhesive mixing and bonding, honeycomb core cells adhesive filling, vacuum bagging and compaction. Uses engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specifications to fabricate flight hardware while ensuring dimensional accuracy and workmanship requirements. Supports inspection activities, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement while working closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Program teams.

Responsibilities
Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies. Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment. Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Works with engineers in conducting experiments.

Basic Qualifications for Manufacturing Technician 2

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2 years' previous honeycomb panel fabrication or aerospace mechanical assembly experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude to include the ability to read and interpret drawings
• Experience with hand tools and good math/geometry skills.
• Candidate must be able to read and follow written manufacturing instructions and technical procedures.
• Operate equipment such as hand tools and power machinery for processing metals, composites and wood.
• Able to work while on cure cart platens as well as above on diving boards for brief periods of time.
• Must work closely with lead technicians and supervisor to meet build requirements and schedules.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Demonstrates high level of concern for safety of self and others.
• Willing to work flexible schedules as needed to meet delivery dates
• US Citizenship Required

Preferred Qualifications for Manufacturing Technician 2

• Attention to detail with a focus on quality workmanship
• Computer skills including MS Word and Excel are a plus.
• Previous fabrication (honeycomb panel) experience in aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Experience preparing/mixing epoxy and silicone adhesives for mechanical and thermal component installation in honeycomb panels.
• Experience working with thin metal facesheet material.
• Experience handling of hazardous materials in accordance with OSHA and industry standards

PDS Defense offers talent acquisition and SOW/Engineering solutions in the aerospace, defense, machinery, communications, energy, technology and service industries.

We’re focused on developing strong, lasting relationships with our customers to deliver creative and comprehensive solutions that support their talent acquisition strategies. Our flexible business model allows us to provide not only solutions for contract and direct opportunities, but also offload engineering design services, SOW projects, and more.