GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Assembles and/or fits together parts to form subassemblies and/or complete units.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Aircraft Assembler All:
The duties and responsibilities listed below apply to all levels of Aircraft Assemblers. Each level of Aircraft Assembler has additional duties and responsibilities listed.
1. Performs a variety of tasks, which require knowledge of fabrication techniques, materials, tools and equipment
2. Follows FOD (foreign object prevention) practices
3. Follows ESD (electronic static discharge prevention) practices
4. Interprets and follows manufacturing orders
5. Operates shop related machinery to include torque wrench, pneumatic tools, common hand tools and scales
6. Supports and exhibits the focus of zero defects as well as iright-the-first-time approach
7. Inspects finished products for conformance to specifications
8. May work from verbal instructions
9. Complies with established safety directives
10. Maintains a clean work area and ensures strict adherence to the 5S Standards
11. Complies with established QMS procedures
Aircraft Assembler I
1. Works under close supervision
2. Demonstrates a basic understanding of aircraft drawings and schematics
3. Proficiently executes basic FOD (Foreign Object Prevention) practices
4. Performs basic safety wire installation
5. Performs basic wire soldering procedures
6. Assists others during ATP (Aircraft Test Procedures) process
7. Assists senior Aircraft Assemblers with installation of components during aircraft buildup, at Fuselage and Aircraft Assembly levels
Aircraft Assembler II
1. Works under limited supervision
2. Assembles aircraft parts and sub-assemblies
3. May work from engineering drawings, rough sketches and/or manuals
4. Rivets both solid and blind rivets
5. Installs safety wire
6. Installs electronic components
7. May perform electronic assembly soldering, crimping, splicing and harness fabrication, and control panel building
8. Consistently performs to established production standards
Aircraft Assembler III
1. Works under minimal supervision
2. Ability to read and understand electronic schematics
3. Ability to use electronic and testing equipment
4. Perform electronic assembly tasks including soldering
5. Prepares and installs wire harnesses and electronic assemblies
6. Assists in the troubleshooting of aircraft as needed
7. Demonstrates the ability to perform required repairs as directed by Engineering and Supervision
8. Ability to train less experienced assemblers in the proper assembly of aircraft
9. Follows ATP (Aircraft Test Procedure) practices
9. Performs electronic assembly soldering, crimping, splicing and harness fabrication, and control panel building
10. Consistently performs at or above established production standards
Other Job Functions
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Aircraft Assembler All:
The knowledge, skills and abilities listed below apply to all levels of Aircraft Assemblers. Each successive level of Aircraft Assembler has additional knowledge, skills and abilities listed.
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
Ability to adhere to workplace rules
Aircraft Assembler I
1. Ability to use precision hand tools a plus.
2. Must be able to demonstrate adequate basic math skills.
3. Must be able to demonstrate the accurate use of a tape measure.
4. Must be able to understand and follow written and/or verbal instructions.
5. Requires high school education or equivalent.
6. Typical qualifications for this level include:
Basic math skills
Documentation skills in reading and writing various forms of documentation
Basic computer skills
Developing knowledge of the materials used within the department
Ability to operate equipment being used within the department
Developing an understanding of and working within KUAS Assembly Processes
Ensuring all work is completed within the acceptable standards of KUAS Quality Program
Aircraft Assembler II
1. Must be able to perform basic lamination repairs.
2. Ability to use precision hand tools.
3. Typical qualifications for this level include an intermediate level of:
Math Skills
Documentation skills in reading and writing various forms of documentation
Computer Skills
Materials Knowledge
Ability to operate equipment used within department
Ability to read, interpret and follow processes and procedures
Ability to understand and follow KUAS Quality System
Aircraft Assembler III
1. Experience with aircraft assembly desired.
2. Interpret and work from industry specifications.
3. Typical qualifications for this level include an advanced level of:
Math Skills
Documentation skills in reading and writing various forms of documentation
Computer Skills
Materials Knowledge
Ability to operate equipment used within department
Ability to read, interpret and follow processes and procedures
Repair Ability to perform extensive trouble-shooting and execute repairs as directed by Engineering and Supervision
Ability to understand and follow KUAS Quality System
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Preferred:
Aircraft Assembler I
Aircraft Assembler II
Aircraft Assembler III
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
0-5% - May be required between KUAS locations