Aerospace Assembler - TAD PGS

PDS Defense, Inc

is seeking an FAA Assembly and Test Technician - 2, in Rocky Mount, NC

Job Description:

This position is located in Rocky Mount, North Carolina

This facility manufactures sophisticated electro-mechanical and electro-hydraulic control systems for aircraft and helicopter engines in both commercial and military applications

No relocation benefits are being offered with this position

Therefore, only local candidates will be considered

Local is defined as residing within approximately 50 miles of the facility

Performs standard testing processes on a variety of equipment and records and analyzes results

Requires knowledge of industry specific tests and testing equipment

Requires an associate's degree and 4-6 years of experience in the field or in a related area

Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field

Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

Performs a variety of tasks

Works under direct supervision

A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required

Typically reports to a supervisor

Special Considerations:

Lifting will exceed 30 Lbs

and/or repetitions of this or lesser weights will be significant

Exposure to substantial machine, chemical, biological or other physical risks are anticipated

Use of precision tools, fixtures and measuring equipment to perform assembly, in-process inspections, calibration, and test of hydro-mechanical fuel controls in an aerospace production/quality environment

Follows all prescribed Health, Safety and Environmental rules and regulations

Performs work through the utilization of electronic work instructions, engineering and quality procedures, blueprints and other specifications

Reads, understands and works to Quality Procedures

Visually inspects parts and product for quality

Detects and reports faulty operation, defective tools and materials

Initiates action to prevent/correct product/process non-conformity

Maintain all required documentation and records accurately and in a timely manner

Maintains work areas and tools according to Visual Management and 5S Standards

Must be able to work overtime, including weekends

Attend and actively participate in daily Tier meetings

Participate in continuous improvement and rapid problem solving

Perform all other related duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

US Citizen

High School Diploma

Able to follow detailed assembly and test instructions consistently, and interpret blueprints/drawings

Ability to use precision measuring devices such as micrometers, dial indicators, dial calipers and depth micrometers

Ability to work with hand tools of different types

Basic computer skills with ability to navigate internet and MS office

Intermediate math skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 2-3 years experience in an assembly and/or test manufacturing environment

North Carolina WorkKeys Career Readiness certificate, Silver or Gold preferred

Six Sigma training or certification

Associates degree

Able to work and communicate well with others

Excellent troubleshooting skills

Ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced aerospace production environment

Must be able to work in a team environment and solve issues at the lowest level

Knowledge and demonstrated adherence to 5-S principles

Have led or actively participated in an continuous improvement manufacturing activity