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L-3 Communications, Integrated Systems, Waco - Waco, TX, US ( Profile )
Summary
L-3 Recruiting for AIRCRAFT HEAVY STRUCTURES MECHANICS
Are you a highly skilled Aircraft Heavy Structures Mechanic? Want to use the latest technology, tools, and resources? Does your current employer offer short term projects, long terms projects, major structural modifications, engineering design repairs in military and commercial applications, using advanced and standard aerospace materials? We have diverse Platforms & Programs; from UAVs to wide body aircraft, from rotary wing to fixed wing, from head of state and VIP interiors to military & government programs.
L-3 Integrated Systems in Waco Texas is in close proximity to major metropolitan areas which offer affordable housing, great outdoor activities, and limited commuting times. We’re not just another modification facility. L-3 Platform Integration Division Waco is a company where you can contribute immediately, gain detailed and/or broad knowledge and experience within the same technical organization and get exposure to a wide variety of aircraft platforms and design challenges. Team players wanted.
L-3 Integrated Systems, a recognized leader in aircraft modification and special mission system integration, offers challenging and rewarding assignments across a broad spectrum of aircraft modification programs. The Platform Integration Division provides innovative solutions for major structural modifications and systems integration to military and commercial aircraft. The division has operations in Waco, Texas, Crestview, Florida, and Warner-Robins, Georgia. Visit our website at http://www.l-3com.com/careers/
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- Full-Time
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
• Aircraft related Assoc degree or A&P license + a minimum of 2 years experience as a sheet metal mechanic in the aircraft industry.
• With H/S or GED must have a minimum of 4 years experience as a sheet metal mechanic in the aircraft industry.
• Must have experience with basic hand tools and have knowledge of mechanical skills.
• Requires the ability to read, interpret and work from engineering drawings, blueprints, T.O. specs and engineering specifications.
• Ability to assemble close tolerance parts and use hand tools such as pneumatic drills and rivet gun. Must have approved safety shoes.
• Must have own tools. If hired, tools must be shadowed. L-3/IS will provide the material to complete this task. May be required to be certified to operate self-propelled vehicles such as forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts and aircraft tow vehicles.
• Must be eligible to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Must be able to obtain security clearance.
The essential physical requirements of the position will be reviewed with the applicant during the interview.
Duties / Responsibilities
More comprehensive experience is needed working with precision measuring instruments, micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and standard scales. In lieu of Associates Degree or A&P license must have at least 4 years of heavy sheet metal structures experience performing difficult structural pick-up and rework such as removing, replacing or realigning ribs, longerons, bulkheads, stringers, or fittings in completed skinned assemblies. Have experience using more advanced tools to include but not limited to drills, angle motors, shears, brake, drill press, and pneumatic riveter. Experience with such final assembly operations as pick-up and rework on structures and installation, installing shortages, and bringing up all items to latest engineering changes. Have experience with installation of and fit such items as clamps, brackets, angles, longerons, supports, bulkheads, battery boxes, and component parts such as avionics equipment. Can perform trimming, milling operations, reforming and altering parts and structures as required. Fabricate detail parts such as shims, splices, gussets, angles, brackets, doublers, stiffeners, and patches as well as using shop aids to facilitate assembly and installation as required. Perform other related tasks as required. This is a Service Contract Act (SCA) covered position.
Application Instructions
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We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free tobacco free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Education
H/S or GED must have a minimum of 4 years experience as a sheet metal mechanic in the aircraft industry.
• Must have experience with basic hand tools and have knowledge of mechanical skills.
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L-3 Communications, Integrated Systems, Waco
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Waco,TX,US
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- Company web site: www.l-3com.com/is/waco/index.html
This job listing was posted on 2010-03-08.
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