About the Role
Perform assembly, fitting, filing, reaming, riveting, crimping, swaging, and adjustment operations on mechanical components and assemblies. Utilize light machine tools, including drill presses, arbor presses, air and hydraulic presses, riveting machines, and hand tools. Trim, file, and fit parts to specification while verifying tolerances using gauges, calipers, micrometers, and precision measuring equipment. Operate torque wrenches, force gauges, dial indicators, and additional precision instruments to ensure assembly accuracy. Collaborate with team members to layout, fabricate, assemble, and modify jet engine assemblies, test articles, support systems, and test stands. Assist in setting up test stands and preparing test articles in accordance with established procedures and engineering requirements. Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to guide wiring and installation work. Install and wire electrical components such as control panels, drives, motors, sensors, and cable systems; route, terminate, and label wiring and cables according to standards. Perform electrical testing and verification using tools such as oscilloscopes and megohmmeters. Prepare completed assemblies and test articles for transportation and long-term storage. Work collaboratively with supervisors and production teams to maintain workflow, quality standards, and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of mechanical assembly experience Experience using hand and precision tools Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings and electrical schematics Working knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Nice to Have
- Experience in electrical assembly, industrial wiring, or a similar role Machine tool industry experience Vocational or trade school certification
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