CareerPlan

Fabrication Process Mechanic - Heat Treat

Wichita, KansasFull-time2026-07-22 → 2026-11-10

Core

Operate heat-treating equipment to alter physical and mechanical properties of metals and alloys for aerospace components.

Role type

Manufacturing process mechanic (heat treatment)

Builds

Fuselages, pylons, nacelles, and wing components for commercial jetliners

Domain

Aerospace manufacturing / Metallurgy

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Heat treatment processes (annealing, hardening, tempering), Furnace and quenching system operation, Blueprint and technical drawing interpretation, Quality control testing, Metallurgy principles, Nadcap requirements knowledge, Equipment maintenance, Troubleshooting

Preferred skills

Heat treatment principles and metallurgy understanding, Certification or degree in related field

Technologies

Furnaces, Quenching systems

Responsibilities

Set up and operate heat-treating equipment, Monitor processes to meet specifications, Examine finished products for defects, Maintain process records, Assist in developing heat treatment procedures, Troubleshoot process issues

Seniority

Individual Contributor, Skilled Trade